1. expressed the meaning of (something) using different words, especially to clarify or simplify
She paraphrased the complex legal document into simpler language.
Ela parafraseou o documento jurídico complexo em linguagem mais simples.
2. restated someone else's words or ideas in one's own words
The student paraphrased the author's argument in the essay.
O aluno parafraseou o argumento do autor no ensaio.