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    Silueta (en. Silhouette)

    /silˈweta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The graphic or visual representation of an object in its basic form.
    The silhouette of the tree stood out against the sky at sunset.
    La silueta del árbol se recortaba contra el cielo al atardecer.
    The visible shape of a person or an object, especially in shadow positions.
    The model posed on the beach, showcasing her slender silhouette.
    La modeladora posó en la playa, mostrando su silueta esbelta.
    The image or figure that projects when illuminated, creating a defined contour.
    The photographer captured the silhouette of the city at dawn.
    El fotógrafo capturó la silueta de la ciudad al amanecer.

    Etymology

    From the French 'silhouette', which refers to a portrait in shadow.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    see the silhouette
    Observe the figure or contour of something, especially in a lit position.
    ver la silueta
    perfect silhouette
    Reference to an ideal or attractive figure of a person.
    silueta perfecta
    outline the silhouette
    Create a clear outline of an object or figure.
    delinear la silueta

    Related Words

    profile
    The side representation of a person or figure, showing its contour.
    perfil
    contour
    The line or shape that defines an object.
    contorno
    shadow
    The darkness projected onto a surface by an object blocking the light.
    sombra

    Slang Meanings

    A body tone considered stylized or attractive.
    She has a silhouette that could be a model's.
    Ella tiene una silueta que podría ser de modelo.
    It is used to refer to someone who is very thin.
    That guy is so skinny that he looks like a silhouette.
    Ese chico está tan flaco que parece una silueta.