Retranslate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Retranslate is a verb meaning (transitive) To translate again or anew.
Meaning
(transitive) To translate again or anew.
Example Sentences
Unfortunately, after re-translating the society's transcription of the Coptic text, I have found that the actual meaning is vastly different. While National Geographic's translation supported the provocative interpretation of Judas as a hero, a more careful reading makes clear that Judas is not only no hero, he is a demon.
Word Forms
- retranslates
- retranslating
- retranslated
- re-translate
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include retransmute, retranscribe, remake, retransfigure, traduce, rewrite.
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