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   In·ter·pre·ta·tion

   /inˌtərprəˈtāSHən/

   

   noun

   • 1. the action of explaining the meaning of something: "the interpretation of data" Similar explanationelucidationexpoundingexpositionexplicationexegesisclarificationdefinitionsimplificationanalysisreadingevaluationreviewstudyexaminationdiagnosisdecodingdecipheringrare:anatomization
   • ▪ an explanation or way of explaining: "this action is open to a number of interpretations" Similar meaningunderstandingconstrualconnotationreadingexplanationinferenceconclusionsupposition
   • ▪ a stylistic representation of a creative work or dramatic role: "two differing interpretations, both bearing the distinctive hallmarks of each writer's perspective" Similar renditionrenderingexecutionpresentationperformancereadingplayingsingingenactmentportrayaldepiction

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French interpretation or Latin interpretatio(n-), from the verb interpretari (see interpret).

   Derivatives

   • 1. interpretational adjective

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryINTERPRET | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   to decide what the intended meaning of something is: It's difficult to interpret these statistics without knowing how they were obtained. A jury should not interpret the silence of a defendant as a sign of guilt. Fewer examples. Any change of policy will be interpreted as a sign of weakness.

3. www.oed.com › dictionary › interpretation_ninterpretation, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English ...

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   What does the noun interpretation mean? There are eight meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun interpretation, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. interpretation has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › interpretINTERPRET Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   to explain something; give an explanation. interpret. / ɪnˈtɜːprɪt / verb. tr to clarify or explain the meaning of; elucidate. tr to construe the significance or intention of. to interpret a smile as an invitation. tr to convey or represent the spirit or meaning of (a poem, song, etc) in performance. intr to act as an interpreter; translate orally.

5. www.merriam-webster.com › thesaurus › interpretationINTERPRETATION Synonyms: 46 Similar Words - Merriam-Webster

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   Definition of interpretation. 1. as in explanation. a statement that makes something clear that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark. Synonyms & Similar Words. Relevance. explanation. illustration. translation. analysis. definition. construction. exegesis. reasoning. clarification. explication. elucidation. exposition. illumination.

6. www.thesaurus.com › browse › Interpretation23 Synonyms & Antonyms for INTERPRETATION | Thesaurus.com

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   noun as in understanding. Compare Synonyms. Synonyms. Antonyms. Strongest matches. analysis. clarification. explanation. judgment. meaning. perception. reading. translation. Strong matches. apprehension. assimilation. awareness. comprehension. discernment. grasp. grip. insight. knowing. slant. Discover More. Example Sentences.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishINTERPRETING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   to decide what the intended meaning of something is: It's difficult to interpret these statistics without knowing how they were obtained. A jury should not interpret the silence of a defendant as a sign of guilt. Fewer examples. Any change of policy will be interpreted as a sign of weakness.

8. www.gov.uk › publications › procurement-act-2023-guidance-documents-define-phaseProcurement Act 2023 guidance documents - Define phase

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   3 days ago · Published 24 May 2024. These documents are intended to provide technical guidance and help with interpretation and understanding of the Procurement Act 2023.