Meaning of the word "elaborate on" in English

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elaborate on

US /ɪˈlæb.ə.reɪt ɑːn/
UK /ɪˈlæb.ə.reɪt ɒn/

Phrasal Verb

to add more details or information to something that has already been said

Example:
Could you please elaborate on your proposal?
The speaker was asked to elaborate on the key points of his presentation.
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