One who explains. / (statistics) A variable that predicts or explains the variation in another variable; an explanatory variable.

plural of explanator

The act or process of explaining. / Something that explains, makes understandable. / A resolution of disputed points pursuant to discussion; a mutual clarification of disputed points; reconciliation.

plural of explanation

In an explanative manner.

(botany) Flat; flattened.

That serves to explain; explanatory

Alternative form of explanate

Obvious, having a nature that makes it clear or that explains itself.

A work of fiction that attempts to explain the causes of a real event.