To write notes on the works of an author, with a view to illustrate his meaning, or to explain particular passages; to explain; to expound; to annotate; followed by on. We say, to comment on an author or on his writings.

To make verbal remarks, or observations, either on a book, or writing, or on actions, events or opinions.

To explain .

To feign; to devise.

A note, intended to illustrate a writing, or a difficult passage in an author; annotation; explanation; exposition; as the comments of Scott on the Scriptures.

That which explains or illustrates; as, a man’s conduct is the best comment on his declarations. Poverty and disgrace are very significant comments on lewdness, gambling and dissipation.

Remark; observation. In such a time as this, it is not meet . That every nice offense should bear its comment.