What Is the Hermeneutic Circle and How It Is Conducted

What is the hermeneutic circle and how it is conducted?

A) A research method that is conducted like a reciprocal conversation between the researcher and the object that is being interpreted
B) A research method that interprets an artwork or object by reflecting on the subjective reactions of the researcher when turning it in different directions
C) A research method that moves in a circular direction, taking turns to interpret each element in an artwork in turn
D) A research method where a client and researcher empathically listen to each other and complete the circle of their understanding with an artwork