interpreter

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another, particularly
2. 2
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: A person or thing that translates direct speech or signing.
3. 3
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: Synonym of translator, one who translates various forms of texts.
4. 4
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: Synonym of commentator, one who explains laws or scripture.
5. 5
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: Synonym of emissary, particularly in reference to Hermes or angels as messengers between humans and the divine.
6. 6
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: Synonym of guide, one who explains a thing, person, or group of people.
7. 7
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: A thing that, figuratively speaking, performs a similar role explaining, revealing, or clarifying.
8. 8
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: Synonym of synonymy, the use of one term to explain another.
9. 9
   A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: Synonym of dictionary or glossary, a book that explains uncommon terms.
10. 10
    A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: A machine that reads the pattern of holes on a punch card and prints its meaning along the top of the card.
11. 11
    A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: An analyst of reconnaissance photographs.
12. 12
    A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: A program that converts commands into machine language in real time rather than compiling it in advance.
13. 13
    A person or thing that interprets the meaning of something for another: A performer who presents a piece of art in a distinct style, particularly so as to make older works relevant to their audience.