n. [ L. constructio: cf. F. construction. ]
An astrolabe of peculiar construction. Whewell. [ 1913 Webster ]
Some particles . . . in certain constructions have the sense of a whole sentence contained in them. Locke. [ 1913 Webster ]
Any person . . . might, by the sort of construction that would be put on this act, become liable to the penalties of treason. Hallam. [ 1913 Webster ]
Strictly, the term [ construction ] signifies determining the meaning and proper effect of language by a consideration of the subject matter and attendant circumstances in connection with the words employed. Abbott. [ 1913 Webster ]
Interpretation properly precedes construction, but it does not go beyond the written text. Parsons. [ 1913 Webster ]
Construction of an equation (Math.),
Construction train (Railroad),
a. Pertaining to, or deduced from, construction or interpretation. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who puts a certain construction upon some writing or instrument, as the Constitutions of the United States;