Definition of HERMENEUTIC

hermeneutic

Plural: hermeneutics

Adjective

  • interpretive or explanatory

Adj

  • Having to do with hermeneutics; that explains, interprets, illustrates or elucidates texts, especially holy texts.

Noun

  • A particular theory of hermeneutics; a particular method of interpretation of text, especially holy texts.

Origin / Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek ἑρμηνευτικός (hermēneutikós, “of or for interpreting”), from Ancient Greek ἑρμηνεύς (hermēneús, “interpreter”).

Synonyms

exegesis, exegetical

Scrabble Score: 18

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Words With Friends Score: 21

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