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hermeneutics

[hur-muh-noo-tiks, -nyoo-]

noun

(used with a singular verb)
  1. the science of interpretation, especially of the Scriptures.

  2. the branch of theology that deals with the principles of Biblical exegesis.



hermeneutics

/ ˌhɜːmɪˈnjuːtɪks /

noun

  1. the science of interpretation, esp of Scripture

  2. the branch of theology that deals with the principles and methodology of exegesis

  3. philosophy

    1. the study and interpretation of human behaviour and social institutions

    2. (in existentialist thought) discussion of the purpose of life

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of hermeneutics1

First recorded in 1730–40; hermeneutic, -ics
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Word History and Origins

Origin of hermeneutics1

C18: from Greek hermēneutikos expert in interpretation, from hermēneuein to interpret, from hermēneus interpreter, of uncertain origin
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