Word Meaning

interpret definition and meaning

v. t. To explain or tell the meaning of; to expound; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms; to decipher; to define; -- applied esp. to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.; as, to interpret the Hebrew language to an Englishman; to interpret an Indian speech.
v. t. To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation; as, an actor interprets the character of Hamlet; a musician interprets a sonata; an artist interprets a landscape.
v. i. To act as an interpreter.

Crossword clues for interpret

- Establish Or Explain The Meaning Of
- Explain
- Explain meaning, in other words
- Translate
- Translate orally