thick translation
The term "thick translation" is often used in translation studies to describe a method that enriches the translated text with extensive cultural and contextual details.
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Definition
C1Translation Studies
(technical, academic)A translation method that includes detailed annotations and glosses to provide rich cultural and contextual information.
Example
- The thick translation of the ancient manuscript included numerous notes explaining historical references.
- Using thick translation, the translator added cultural insights to make the text more comprehensible to modern readers.
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