单词 | illustration |
释义 | illustration —illustration /ˌɪl.əˈstreɪ.ʃən/ noun [C or U] (EXAMPLE) ► C2 an example that explains or proves something: » This delay is a perfect illustration of why we need a new computer system.» A couple of examples are included, by way of illustration (= to show the meaning more clearly).Thesaurus+: ↑Samples and examples• • • Extra Examples:» The president's budget is a vivid illustration of how much the political landscape has changed over the past two years.» One illustration of how severe the problem is, in this clinic an estimated two out of every five pregnant women are HIV positive.noun [C or U] (PICTURE) ► C1 a picture in a book, magazine, etc. or the process of illustrating something: » a full-page illustration» colour/black and white illustrationsThesaurus+: ↑Pictures• • • Extra Examples:» The illustrations show monstrous beasts with bodies like bears and heads like tigers.» You will be expected to assist the editor with the selection of illustrations for the book.» Encyclopedias on CD-ROM include sound, illustrations and simple animations.» The book contains 25 colour illustrations.» The description was accompanied by a wonderful illustration. |
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