Definition of Exegesis

1. Noun. An explanation or critical interpretation (especially of the Bible).

Category relationships: Bible, Book, Christian Bible, Good Book, Holy Scripture, Holy Writ, Scripture, Word, Word Of God
Generic synonyms: Interpretation
Derivative terms: Exegetic, Exegetical

Definition of Exegesis

1. n. Exposition; explanation; especially, a critical explanation of a text or portion of Scripture.

Definition of Exegesis

1. critical explanation or analysis [n -GESES] : EXEGETIC [adj]

Medical Definition of Exegesis

1. Origin: NL, fr.Gr,fr. To explain, interpret; out + to guide, lead, akin, to to lead. See Agent. 1. Exposition; explanation; especially, a critical explanation of a text or portion of Scripture. 2. The process of finding the roots of an equation. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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