an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious (Freq. 1) - 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, rendition, rendering • Derivationally related forms: interpret, interpret (for: interpretation) • Hypernyms: explanation • Hyponyms: broad interpretation, judicial activism