interpret

  • (verb): To explain or tell the meaning of; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms. applied especially to language, but also to dreams, signs, conduct, mysteries, etc.
  • (verb): To apprehend and represent by means of art; to show by illustrative representation
  • (verb): To act as an interpreter.
  • (verb): To analyse or execute (a program) by reading the instructions as they are encountered, rather than compiling in advance.
  • to interpret an Indian speech
  • The actor interpreted the character of Hamlet with great skill.
  • He interpreted at the meeting between the Chinese and French associates.