interpretation

 
Pronunciation: /ɪntəːprɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

[mass noun]
  • the action of explaining the meaning of something: the interpretation of data
  • [count noun] an explanation or way of explaining: this action is open to a number of interpretations
  • [count noun] a stylistic representation of a creative work or dramatic role: his unique interpretation of the Liszt études

Derivatives

interpretational

adjective

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French interpretation or Latin interpretatio(n-), from the verb interpretari (see interpret)