Interview Definition & Meaning

interview
noun
  1. the questioning of a person (or a conversation in which information is elicited); often conducted by journalists; "my interviews with teenagers revealed a weakening of religious bonds"
  2. a conference (usually with someone important); "he had a consultation with the judge"; "he requested an audience with the king"
verb
  1. conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
  2. discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation; "We interviewed the job candidates"
  3. go for an interview in the hope of being hired; "The job candidate interviewed everywhere"

"Interview" in song lyrics

See how interview is used in real songs:

  • "There's no experience, in your interview"
    Aceyalone — Rapps on Deck
  • "MCs recognize, yo, we endin this interview"
    Artifacts — The Interview
  • "I'm tryna get me an interview"
    Erykah Badu f/ Little Brother — Honey (S1 Remix)

Usage tips for "interview"

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