interpreter
Definition
1.- One who conveys what a user of one language is saying or signing, in real time or shortly after that person has finished communicating, to a user of a different language. (Contrasted with a translator.). 2.- One who explains something, such as an art exhibit. One who does heritage interpretation. 3.- A program that executes another program written in a high-level language by reading the instructions in real time rather than by compiling it in advance.
Pronunciation
/ɪnˈtɜːpɹɪtə/
Explanation
1.- A Japanese man who is tried before a German court is assisted by an interpreter in making oral statements. 3.- Programs written in the BASIC language are usually run through an interpreter, though some can be compiled.
Details
- Category: Trades and professions
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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