Arabic · noun · Poetry, Speech & Art

Tafseer

तफ़्सीर

said taf-seer

also written: Tafsir

Meaning

Exegesis or interpretation, especially commentary on the Qur'an.

Usage & notes

The scholarly explication of scripture, the discipline of drawing out a sacred text's meaning.

Related words

Explanation, exposition or detailed commentary.

Meaning, inner significance — as opposed to outer form.