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Silhouette

Definition

(formal) The outline or shape of something, especially a person or object, seen against a brighter background; a drawing or picture showing the outline of someone or something.

Example Sentences

1The silhouette of the city skyline was visible against the sunset.
2Can you recognize the silhouette of the famous actress in this old photograph?
3The artist's use of chiaroscuro created a striking silhouette in the painting.
4Try to capture the silhouette of the bird in flight using a fast shutter speed.
5The fashion designer's latest collection featured intricate silhouettes that accentuated the models' figures.

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