a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

make sense of; assign a meaning to

give an interpretation or explanation to

a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic

an interpretation of the meaning of something; the act of construing

an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding

personal interpretation of a text (especially of the Bible) using your own ideas

an explanation or critical interpretation (especially of the Bible)