dilate on (something)

dilate on (something)

To discuss or write about something at length. I think you need to dilate on this point because it's so important to your argument.

See also: dilate, on

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dilate on something

Fig. to speak or write in great detail on some subject. I am sure you do not wish me to dilate further on this matter. If you do not see my point, I would be pleased to dilate on this matter further.

See also: dilate, on

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