Meaning
A clear and direct mention used to indicate something is stated explicitly without ambiguity.
Primary Function
Adjective-noun collocation for clarity
Communicative Purpose
To signal that a point or fact is being made explicit rather than implied.
Pattern
explicit reference
Core Structure
make an explicit reference to
Função primária
Adjective-noun collocation for clarity
Propósito comunicativo
To signal that a point or fact is being made explicit rather than implied.
Situações de gatilho
When formal documents (e.g., contracts, legal texts) require precise wording; academic writing where definitions must be unambiguous.
Contextos
Academic, professional/legal environments, technical specifications, policy statements.
Padrão
explicit reference
Estrutura central
make an explicit reference to
Slots de substituição
direct mention, clear citation, overt statement
Colocados típicos
- make
- give
- contain
- lack
- provide
Substituições comuns
- clear mention
- direct allusion
- overt reference
Erros comuns
Using 'expressed' or similar verbs that do not convey the same deliberate intent as 'explicit'.
Similar / contraste
implicit assumption, inferred meaning, subtle implication.
Interferências
'Explicit' vs 'implied': learners must recognize when a statement is meant to be understood rather than stated outright (e.g., idiomatic contrast with 'implicit').
Família do chunk
- direct citation
- unambiguous statement
- overt acknowledgement
Nuance
Leaves no room for ambiguity and signals authorial authority in formal contexts.
Efeito pragmático
Creates an authoritative tone; ensures readers understand exactly what is being referred to without needing additional context.
Dica de memória
explicit reference
Nota
This chunk is typically used in formal contexts where precision and clarity are essential.
Upgrade path
clear mention → specific reference → explicit reference to
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