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interpretation noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ɪnˌtɜrprəˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

▪ alternative, correct, different, literal, plausible, subjective

1

an explanation of the meaning or importance of something

Example

The Catholic interpretation of the Bible is slightly different.

Example

It must have looked suspicious - I wonder what sort of interpretation he put on it.

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2

a way of performing a piece of music, a part in a play, etc. that shows how you understand it and feel about it

Example

He was best known for his interpretation of folk music.

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Definition interpretation in American English