construe

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/kənˈstɹuː/ English

Definitions

noun

A translation.
An interpretation.

verb

To interpret or explain the meaning of something.“The world must construe according to its wits; this court must construe according to the law.”
(grammar) To analyze the grammatical structure of a clause or sentence; to parse.
(grammar) To admit of grammatical analysis.
To translate.

Related words

Synonyms

interpret infer read guess conclude tion constitutioner convertite devise configurer assign effect conquerer conveyal constitute make

Associated

statutes statute narrowly contingent broadly reasonable clause provisions constitutional provision doctrine ordinary

Rhymes

blue slew subdue pursue true view hitherto eschew purview imbue

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