interpretation

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a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view a sensitive interpretation of a piece that is a touchstone for violinists

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a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play) a very Freudian interpretation of The Nutcracker

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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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