1. To explain or describe something in a thorough and comprehensive manner, providing specific information and particulars
The scientist asked the researcher to elaborate in detail about the experimental findings.
O cientista pediu ao pesquisador que elaborasse em detalhes sobre os resultados experimentais.
2. To expand upon a topic by providing more information and clarification
Could you elaborate in detail on how this process works?
Você poderia elaborar em detalhes sobre como esse processo funciona?