interpretation

a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something

the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance; "her rendition of Milton's verse was extraordinarily moving"

an explanation that results from interpreting something; "the report included his interpretation of the forensic evidence"

an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious; "the edict was subject to many interpretations"; "he annoyed us with his interpreting of parables"; "often imitations are extended to provide a more accurate rendition of the child's intended meaning"