illustrated; illustrating
Definition of illustrate
1a
: to provide with visual features intended to explain or decorate
illustrate a book
b
: to make clear by giving or by serving as an example or instance
c
: to make clear : clarify
2
: to show clearly : demonstrate
: to give an example or instance
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The first known use of illustrate was in 1526
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