elaboration

The initial theory was simple, but it required further elaboration to be scientifically valid.

(Chinese) 最初的理论很简洁，但需要进一步的详尽阐述才能在科学上成立。

This delicate wood carving shows an incredible level of artistic elaboration.

(Chinese) 这件精致的木雕展现了令人难以置信的艺术精修水平。