interpreter

noun

in-ˈtər-prə-tər How to pronounce interpreter (audio)
Definition of interpreternext
as in practitioner
one who brings an art or science to full realization Monet is generally regarded as the foremost interpreter of pure impressionism

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Recent Examples of interpreter Longer response times suggest that the human interpreter is growing uncertain or unreliable, which is why each clip has to be viewed by a second retainee. — Laila Lalami, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025 With the help of an interpreter and a laptop, the Norwegian explained the footage about the Sami culture. — Vicky Hallett, NPR, 15 Feb. 2025 However, on March 10, the interpreter was told to cease communication with the parents, according to the lawsuit. — Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2025 Sharifi, who was an interpreter for the U.S. military, opened his store in 2018, a few years after moving with his family to Sacramento on special immigrant visas. — Jake Goodrick, Sacramento Bee, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for interpreter

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