Illustration

illustration

noun il-us-trah-TSION Rare

Origin: from Latin illustrare, to illuminate

Also means

visual interpretation of a text or concept

Usage Note

Illustration is a visual image created to explain, decorate, or accompany a text — in books, magazines, or digital media. Buchillustration and Presseillustration are important professional fields. Feminine noun.

Examples

"Die Illustrationen des Kinderbuchs wurden mit feiner Federzeichnung und Aquarell ausgeführt."

Natural Translation

The illustrations of the children's book were executed with fine pen-and-ink drawing and watercolour.

Literal Translation

The illustrations of the children's book were with fine pen-drawing and watercolour executed.

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