1. To give detailed descriptions or answers: Political news gets old very soon when people have to listen to politicians who are continually expounding about the shortcomings of their opposing candidates.
2. To clarify the meaning of something and to provide detailed information in a learned way, usually in writing: Jean Jackson decided to expound on the underlying message of her book in the local newspaper.

The speaker, Susan White, always expounds on the topic of eating a healthy diet and participating in regular exercises.

3. To set forth the points or principles of; to interpret; to explain: Dr. Jones, the professor, liked to expound the finer points of speaking or writing by using language in a way that is effective. © ALL rights are reserved.
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Typically a written explanation about a certain subject or topic: Jason's continuous political expounding did not help him win the election; in fact, it was definitely the cause of his defeat at the polls.

The reporter's daily expoundings about political corruptions by Jack and some other local officials finally resulted in a new city government.