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A written or spoken rendering of the meaning of a word or text in another language
“The literal English translation is simply ungrammatical, and most readers would find it incoherent.”
A rewording or rephrasing of something written or spoken
“The translation of the article clarified the author's intent by rewording certain phrases and adding context.”
An act or result of deciphering or demystifying something
“French Egyptologist Jean Champollion did much of the work in the translation of Hieroglyphics.”
The definition, meaning or explanation of a word or text, especially from a foreign language
“I would be obliged to you if you would give me the correct translation of this French word.”
A particular edition or translation of a book or other work
“This book is a modern translation of the classic collection of Arabian folktales.”
A particular interpretation of a text or situation
“Allow me to give my personal translation of what Martha was saying.”
The conversion of something from one form or medium into another
“We also contend that policies and procedures implemented in basic research facilitate their successful translation into preventive intervention programs.”
The process of moving something from one place to another
“Bishops might preach at church consecrations or at the translation of relics, or go on occasional preaching tours, particularly to promote crusading fervour.”
A writing or composition, typically consisting of the same words as the original
A caption projected on a screen above the stage in an opera, translating the text being sung
A translation of a text for use by students, especially in a surreptitious way
The act of arranging for something to belong to, or be officially controlled by, somebody else
(religion) Entering heaven while still alive
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