■ verb ( ~s , ~ing , ~ed )
1》 explain the meaning of (words, actions, etc.).
↘translate orally the words of a person speaking a different language.
2》 perform (a creative work) in a way that conveys one's understanding of the creator's ideas.
↘understand as having a particular meaning or significance.
Derivatives
~ability noun
~able adjective
Origin
ME: from OFr. ~er or L. ~ari 'explain, translate', from interpres , ~- 'agent, translator, ~er'.