n.
Function: verb
1 to express oneself especially formally and at length FF1C; discourses knowledgeably about the laws of nature FF1E;
Synonyms: descant, dilate (on or upon), discuss, dissert, dissertate, expatiate, sermonize
Related Words: converse, speak, talk, voice; argue, dispute; harangue, lecture, orate, perorate; amplify, develop, elaborate, enlarge, expand; explain, expound; comment, commentate, remark
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Synonyms: ACT 1, do, enact, impersonate, perform, personate, play, playact