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Definition illumination in American English

illumination noun

noun
/ɪˌlumɪˈneɪʃ(ə)n/
1

light that is provided by something in a place

Example

The moon provided little illumination.

Example

The only illumination was a small candle in the far corner of the room.

Synonyms and related words
the light flash gleam
2

an explanation that makes something easier to understand

Synonyms and related words
explanation interpretation instructions
3

the old art of painting pictures and patterns in a book or document, or one of these pictures or patterns

Synonyms and related words
art art form arts and crafts
Definition illumination in American English