illustration
/ˌɪləˈstreɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic ArtsWord #4176 in the learning path
插图；图解
Definitions
n. A picture that accompanies or explains something.
插图；图解
n. An example that makes an idea clearer.
例证；说明
Example
The book has a beautiful illustration of a whale.
这本书里有一幅漂亮的鲸鱼插图。
The rapid recovery of this forest provides a clear illustration of the benefits of long-term conservation.
这片森林的迅速恢复清楚地说明了长期保护的益处。
Collocations
- a clear illustration of
- book illustration
- by way of illustration
Word family
- illustrate (v.)
- illustrator (n.)
- illustrative (adj.)
Usage tip
插图或例证可数；表示举例说明这一行为时常不可数。
FAQ
- What does illustration mean?
- A picture that accompanies or explains something. An example that makes an idea clearer.
- How is illustration pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃən/, US /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
