Also means
to clarify
Usage Note
Préciser means to make something more precise or to state a detail clearly; it is more specific than expliquer (to explain). The noun précision (precision, detail) and the adjective précis (exact) share the same root. Pouvez-vous préciser? is a polite way to ask someone to elaborate.
Examples
"Pouvez-vous préciser votre demande?"
Natural Translation
Can you clarify your request?

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