interpreters

Noun

interpreter (plural interpreters)

1. A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another, particularly
   • ... an interpreter of dreams ...
2. A person or thing that translates speech or signing, as opposed to texts.
   • A Japanese man who is tried before a German court is assisted by an interpreter in making oral statements.
3. (obsolete) Synonym of translator, one who translates various forms of texts.

   Synonyms:

   translator, one who translates various forms of texts, Latiner, latimer, truchman, dragoman, dubash, linguister

4. (obsolete) Synonym of commentator, one who explains laws or scripture.
   • ... the holy fathers interpretours of holy scrypture ...1529, Thomas More, Dialogue of Diverse Matters, London: J. Rastell, Book 4, Chapter 6

   Synonyms:

   commentator, one who explains laws or scripture

5. (obsolete) Synonym of emissary, particularly in reference to Hermes or angels as messengers between humans and the divine.

   Synonyms:

   emissary, particularly in reference to Hermes or angels as messengers between humans and the divine

6. (uncommon) Synonym of guide, one who explains a thing, person, or group of people.
   • At the historic site, there are a number of interpreters who demonstrate ancient crafts.

   Synonyms:

   guide, one who explains a thing, person, or group of people, cicerone, docent, tour guide

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