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noun
(
used with a singular verb
)
1.
the science of interpretation, especially of the Scriptures.
2.
the branch of
theology
that deals with the principles of Biblical exegesis.
Origin:
1730–40;
see
hermeneutic
,
-ics
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World English Dictionary
hermeneutics
(ˌhɜːmɪˈnjuːtɪks)
—
n
1.
the science of interpretation, esp of Scripture
2.
the branch of theology that deals with the principles and methodology of exegesis
3.
philosophy
a. the study and interpretation of human behaviour and social institutions
b. (in existentialist thought) discussion of the purpose of life
[C18: from Greek
hermēneutikos
expert in interpretation, from
hermēneuein
to interpret, from
hermēneus
interpreter, of uncertain origin]
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