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单词 enlighten
释义 en·light·en
\ə̇nˈlītən, en-\ verb
(enlightened ; enlightened ; enlightening \-t(əniŋ\ ; enlightens)
Etymology: en- (I) + light, n. + -en
transitive verb
1. archaic : to supply with light : illuminate
 < His lightnings enlightened the world — Ps 97:4 (Authorized Version) >
2. obsolete : to cause to shine or give light : make luminous : enkindle
3.
 a. : to furnish with useful information : instruct, inform
  < radio should enlighten the listener as well as entertain him >
 b. : to supply with spiritual insight or light
  < the divine mercy can enlighten the blackest spirit >
intransitive verb
: to give information
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