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- DictionaryIn·ter·pre·ta·tion/inˌtərprəˈtāSHən/
noun
- 1. the action of explaining the meaning of something: "the interpretation of data"
Interpretation is the act of explaining, reframing, or otherwise showing your own understanding of something. A person who translates one language into another is called an interpreter because they are explaining what a person is saying to someone who doesn't understand.
the particular way in which somebody chooses to perform a piece of music, a role in a play, etc. Definition of interpretation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
4 days ago · noun. 1. the act or result of interpreting; explanation, meaning, translation, exposition, etc. 2. the expression of a person's conception of a work of art, subject, etc. through acting, playing, writing, criticizing, etc. the pianist's interpretation of the sonata.
an explanation or opinion of what something means: traditional interpretations of the Bible. interpretation noun (STORY/MUSIC) the way someone performs a particular play, piece of music, etc: a beautiful interpretation of Swan Lake. (Definition of interpretation from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
Check pronunciation: interpretation. Definition of interpretation noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. the act of interpreting; elucidation; explication. 2. the meaning assigned to another's creative work, action, behavior, etc. 3. oral translation. 4. the performing of a dramatic part, music, etc., so as to bring out the meaning or to demonstrate one's conception of it. 5. the assignment of meaning to abstract symbols in a logical system.
an explanation or opinion of what something means: The dispute is based on two widely differing interpretations of the law. The rules are vague and open to interpretation. It is difficult for many people to accept a literal interpretation of the Bible. Fewer examples. He would be found guilty under a strict interpretation of the law.
