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illustrator

IH-luh-stray-tuhr

Illustrator (noun) means a person who creates pictures for books, magazines, or other publications. Example: “The illustrator worked closely with the author on every chapter opener.”

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A person who creates pictures for books, magazines, or other publications.
"The illustrator worked closely with the author on every chapter opener."

How to use illustrator

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn artist whose job is drawing pictures for books, magazines, or similar media.

Word forms

illustrators plural

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Etymology

From illustrate + -or.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “illustrator” mean?

The word “illustrator” means a person who creates pictures for books, magazines, or other publications. In plain terms, an artist whose job is drawing pictures for books, magazines, or similar media.

How do you pronounce “illustrator”?

“Illustrator” is pronounced IH-luh-stray-tuhr (/ˈɪləˌstɹeɪtəɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “illustrator” in a sentence?

Here is “illustrator” used in a sentence: “The illustrator worked closely with the author on every chapter opener.”

What part of speech is “illustrator”?

“Illustrator” is a noun.

Is “illustrator” a common word?

“Illustrator” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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