01 v. t. To apply the rules of syntax to (a sentence or clause) so as to exhibit the structure, arrangement, or connection of, or to discover the se…
imp. & p. p.
Construed; p. pr. & vb. n.
Construing
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To apply the rules of syntax to (a sentence or clause) so as to exhibit the structure, arrangement, or connection of, or to discover the sense; to explain the construction of; to interpret; to translate.
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To put a construction upon; to explain the sense or intention of; to interpret; to understand.“Thus we are put to construe and paraphrase our own words to free ourselves either from the ignorance or malice of our enemies.” — Bp. Stilingfleet.“And to be dull was construed to be good.” — Pope.