illuminator

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  1. noun One that illuminates, especially a device for producing, concentrating, or reflecting light.
  2. noun One who illuminates manuscripts or other objects.

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  • That illuminator was a symbol, somehow, of the luxuries of civilization—luxuries that were only a step from death. —  Astounding Stories June, 1935
  • It had been turned into lace besides by the hundred golden windows—every illuminator was on to welcome him. —  Red As Blood
  • There is an AF assist illuminator, but its range is limited to about 6.3 feet at wide angle and 3.6 feet at telephoto. —  DigitalCameraReview.com Digital Camera News and Reviews
  • STRONGSVILLE, OH - August 19, 2008 - A new illuminator has been announced by its manufacturer, —  ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom - Today's New Product News
  • * Lightweight camera head features buttons for focus control, automated scope setup and illuminator control directly form the camera head —  Medgadget
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  1. = French illuminateur = Spanish iluminador = Portuguese illuminador = Italian illuminatore, from Late Latin illuminator, inluminator, an enlightener, from Latin illuminare, inluminare, enlighten, illuminate: see illuminate.
 

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/ɪˈljumɪneɪtər/
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