Python is an interpreted language (like Perl), as opposed to a compiled one (like C). This means that the source files can be run directly without first creating an executable which is then run. Interpreted languages typicaly have a shorter development/debug cycle than compiled ones, though their programs generally also run more slowly. See also in... Found on https://wiki.python.org/moin/PythonGlossary
takenadjective understood in a certain way; made sense of; `a word taken literally`; `a smile taken as consent`; `an open door interpreted as an invitation` Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20974