Interpretation - Definition

n 1: a mental representation of the meaning or significance of
something [syn: interpretation, reading, version]
2: the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic
performance; "her rendition of Milton's verse was
extraordinarily moving" [syn: rendition, rendering,
interpretation]
3: an explanation that results from interpreting something; "the
report included his interpretation of the forensic evidence"
4: an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious;
"the edict was subject to many interpretations"; "he annoyed
us with his interpreting of parables"; "often imitations are
extended to provide a more accurate rendition of the child's
intended meaning" [syn: interpretation, interpreting,
rendition, rendering]