Definition of Interpretation

Noun: interpretation in,tur-pri'tey-shun

A mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
- reading, version
The act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance
"her interpretation of Milton's verse was extraordinarily moving";
- rendition, rendering
An explanation that results from interpreting something
"the report included his interpretation of the forensic evidence"
An explanation of something that is not immediately obvious
"the edict was subject to many interpretations";
- interpreting, rendition, rendering