The difference between Interpreter and Terp

When used as nouns, interpreter means one who listens to a speaker in one language and relates that utterance to the audience in a different language. contrasted with translator, whereas terp means an interpreter (translator).


Terp is also verb with the meaning: to add such an essential oil to (a henna mix).

check bellow for the other definitions of Interpreter and Terp

  1. Interpreter as a noun (translation studies):

    One who listens to a speaker in one language and relates that utterance to the audience in a different language. Contrasted with translator.

    Examples:

    "A Japanese man who is tried before a German court is assisted by an interpreter in making oral statements."

  2. Interpreter as a noun (figuratively):

    One who explains something, such as an art exhibit. One who does heritage interpretation.

  3. Interpreter as a noun (computing):

    A program which executes another program written in a programming language other than machine code.

    Examples:

    "Programs written in the BASIC language are usually run through an interpreter, though some can be compiled."

  1. Terp as a noun (military, or, Deaf, _, slang):

    An interpreter (translator).

  2. Terp as a noun (computing, slang):

    An interpreter (program that parses and executes another program).

  1. Terp as a noun:

    Any of various essential oils containing monoterpene alcohols which are added to a henna mix to darken the color.

  1. Terp as a verb (transitive):

    To add such an essential oil to (a henna mix).