elaborieren
Elaborieren is a German verb that means to develop something in detail, to refine, or to work out comprehensively. It is used to describe the process of adding structure, justification, and precision to a statement, argument, plan, or theory. The action is typically transitive: one elaborates a plan, a hypothesis, or a argument, and it can also be used with the preposition über to indicate elaborating on a topic.
Etymology and register: The word comes from Latin elaborare “to work out to completion,” and entered German
Usage and examples: In practice, elaborating a concept involves expanding details, evidence, and rationale. Examples: “Sie
Notes: Elaborieren is predominantly found in formal or fachsprachliche contexts. In everyday language, speakers may prefer