Construers

/kənˈstruːərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of construer; multiple people who interpret, explain, or determine the meaning of something.

Etymology

Plural of construer (construct + -er meaning one who does + -s plural). The word remains relatively uncommon but appears in formal discussions of interpretation and meaning-making.

Kelly Says

Different construers of the same document can reach completely different conclusions—this is why Supreme Court justices argue about the 'true meaning' of the Constitution, because construing ancient text is never objective.

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