interpretation
noun
the act of interpreting; elucidation; explication.
interpretations
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pluralof interpretation.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Many of us appreciate artistic execution that leaves plenty of openings for wild interpretations.
From Salon ● Aug. 4, 2026
Our collective image of a humongous horse on wheels came down from centuries’ worth of artists’ interpretations: A Greek vase from 675 BCE.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
“The President and the Attorney General, subject to the president’s supervision and control, shall provide authoritative interpretations of law for the executive branch.”
From Slate ● Jul. 14, 2026
As soon as we move from genetic data to their historical and social implications, interpretations become fragile.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 7, 2026
If you read many US history books, you may find several interpretations of the country’s origin myth.
From "An Indigenous People’s History of the United States" by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
