interpreter
in·ter·pret·er
noun \in-ˈtər-prə-tər, -pə-\Definition of INTERPRETER
1
: one that interprets: as a : one who translates orally for parties conversing in different languages b : one who explains or expounds
2
a : a machine that prints on punch cards the symbols recorded in them by perforations b : a computer program that executes each of a set of high-level instructions before going to the next instruction
Examples of INTERPRETER
- He has now learned English well enough that he can conduct interviews without an interpreter.
- <Monet is generally regarded as the foremost interpreter of pure impressionism.>
First Known Use of INTERPRETER
14th century
Related to INTERPRETER
- Synonyms
- expounder, guru, high priest, exponent, practitioner
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