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    Silhouettes (en. Silhouettes)

    /siloɛt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Image or shadow representation of an object or a person.
    The silhouette of the mountain stands out against the sky.
    La silhouette de la montagne se dessine sur le ciel.
    Distinctive profile or outline, generally associated with a recognizable shape.
    The silhouette of the artist is easily recognizable.
    La silhouette de l'artiste est facilement reconnaissable.
    Artistic representation sometimes used in fashion or decoration.
    The silhouettes of the exhibition were very elegant.
    Les silhouettes de l'exposition étaient très élégantes.

    Etymology

    From the name of Étienne de Silhouette, a French minister in the 18th century who popularized the art of creating shadow portraits.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a silhouette
    Being visible only by its outline.
    faire silhouette
    silhouette of a landscape
    A shape or a characteristic profile of a landscape.
    silhouette d'un paysage
    human silhouette
    The outline or profile of a person.
    silhouette humaine

    Related Words

    shadow
    A lack of light creating a dark area.
    ombre
    profile
    Side view of a person or object.
    profil
    outline
    The shape or outer limit of an object.
    contour

    Slang Meanings

    Slim and attractive silhouette.
    She has a model's silhouette.
    Elle a une silhouette de mannequin.
    Arrangements or stylized poses.
    They took silhouette photos on the beach.
    Ils ont pris des photos en silhouette sur la plage.