C1nounfashionarts
US/ˌsɪl.uˈet/
UK/ˌsɪl.uˈet/
the dark outline of someone or something against a light background; also the shape of clothing
In context
We could see the silhouette of the pagoda against the evening sky.
This season's dresses have a loose, flowing silhouette inspired by the áo bà ba.
The photographer shot the dancers in silhouette at sunset.
Words that go with silhouette
noun + preposition
- silhouette ofThe silhouette of the mountains appeared at dawn.
adjective + noun
- dark silhouetteThe dark silhouette of a cat appeared at the window.
- slim silhouetteThe tailored suit gives him a slim silhouette.
- slender silhouetteThe vase's slender silhouette makes it perfect for a single flower.
- classic silhouetteThe designer kept the classic silhouette of the áo dài but used denim.
- black silhouetteBlack silhouettes of fishermen moved slowly across the beach.