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Definition of: illustration
(il′əs·trā′shən) noun
1. That which illustrates, as an example, comparison, anecdote, etc., by which a subject or statement is elucidated or explained.
2. A print, drawing, or picture of any kind inserted in written or printed text to elucidate or adorn it.
3. The act or art of illustrating. See synonyms under ALLEGORY, SAMPLE, SIMILE. [<L illustratio, -onis]
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