Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Illuminate
illuminate, v. [L. illūmināre, throw light on, light up, brighten, set in a clear light, make illustrious; in med. L. baptize, kindle, paint in colors.]
- Enlighten; make manifest; throw light on; bring out of obscurity.
- Light up; adorn with festal lamps.
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