| (esp. of initial letters on an illuminated manuscript) decorated with animals, flowers, or other designs that have a narrative or symbolic purpose. |
his·to·ri·at·ed  (hĭ-stôr'ē-ā'tĭd, -stōr'-, -stŏr'-) adj. Adorned with the figures of humans, animals, or birds, often for narrative purposes. Used especially of initial letters in manuscripts and of the capitals of columns. [Medieval Latin historiātus, from Latin historia, history; see history.] |
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