explain (someone or something) to (one)
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To attempt to improve one's understanding of someone or something through explanation. Please explain Claire to me because I can't understand some of the wacky things she's done. Can you explain this chapter to me? I just don't get it.
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explain someone or something to someone
to give information or instruction about someone or something to someone. Please explain it to me. Can you explain Andrew to me?
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