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Hermeneutic

Noun CEFR C1
ˌhɜː.məˈn(j)uː.tɪk

Definitions

A particular theory of hermeneutics; a particular method of interpretation of text, especially holy texts.

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Examples

“The hermeneutics of suspicion needs to be balanced by a hermeneutic that is grounded in the recognition that written texts represent⟳ valid expressions of their author's intent, and that principles may be established that would guide⟳ the reader to that intent.”

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

hermeneutic circle hermeneutic cycle hermeneutically hermeneutician hermeneuticism hermeneuticist

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