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Noun literal interpretation has 1 sense

literal interpretation - an interpretation based on the exact wording
--₁ is a kind of interpretation
--₁ has particulars: letter

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Literal Interpretation

Definition: The act of understanding or comprehending a text exactly as it is written, without considering any figurative or metaphorical meanings.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense:

1. The strict or precise understanding of a text without any symbolic or allegorical interpretation.

Example sentences:

Some religious groups adhere to a literal interpretation of sacred texts.
The professor emphasized the importance of a literal interpretation to avoid misinterpreting historical documents.
The poem's beauty lies in its ability to be appreciated both literally and metaphorically.

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