illuminator

/ɪˈluːmɪneɪtər/
noun
  1. A device or substance that provides light or makes something bright.
    • She used a small LED illuminator to read the map in the dark tent.
    • The old lighthouse had a powerful illuminator that could be seen for miles.
    • The microscope's built-in illuminator made it easy to see the tiny cells.
  2. A person who adds decorative illustrations or designs to a manuscript or book.
    • A medieval illuminator spent months painting gold leaf onto the pages of the Bible.
    • She trained as an illuminator, learning to create intricate borders and initials.
    • The museum displayed a rare book created by a famous illuminator from the 15th century.
  3. A person or thing that clarifies or explains something, making it easier to understand.
    • His speech was an illuminator of the challenges facing the community.
    • The teacher acted as an illuminator, helping students grasp complex scientific ideas.
    • This documentary is an illuminator of the hidden history of the city.
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