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skyline Definition

sky·line (-līn′)

noun

  1. the line along which the sky seems to touch the earth; visible horizon
  2. the outline, as of a city, seen against the sky

skyline Synonyms

skyline

n.

skyline Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • dominate: The Kilsyth Hills dominate the skyline to the north of Kilsyth.
  • soar: Cumbria's soaring skylines, panoramic fell tops and tranquil lakes look set to become future stars of the silver screen.
  • grace: Architecturally unique in the whole of Mexico, the building graces the skyline of modern Pachuca and betrays a strong 'British ' presence.
  • break: Seen here is heather moorland on the slopes of Foel Fenlli, the ramparts of the Iron Age hillfort just breaking the skyline.
  • create: The volcanic hills create a knobbly, uneven skyline with many rocky outcrops.

Adjective modifier

  • mountainous: Views of sea to east and south east from high ground and to mountainous skyline of Slieve Croob to south west.
  • dramatic: The dramatic skyline of the Coniston fells from the road.
  • distinctive: Can anyone identify the location, with its distinctive skyline?
  • spectacular: Now this multicultural city moves into the vibrant 21st century with an ancient heart and a spectacular skyline.
  • famous: Views · Carfax Tower The best place from which to view Oxford's famous skyline of spires is from Carfax Tower.
  • stunning: Scale the Empire State Building, visit Bloomingdales or simply enjoy a helicopter ride over the stunning skyline.

Modifies a noun

  • ridge: Members had no advice about what the views of the skyline ridge even were, let alone how they would be affected.
  • view: Other facilities include a heated pool with skyline views on the eighth floor.

Noun used with modifier

  • city: All rooms have elevated views of Sydney city skyline or Sydney Harbor.
  • night: In adverse weather many ships seek shelter in the bay illuminating the night skyline.
  • center: In total, there are 27 cranes on the city center skyline.

Possessives

  • city: The views of the city's skyline provide a stunning backdrop to an inspired dining experience.

Preposition: of

  • city: From there you can look out over the modern skyline of the city of London.
  • town: The skyline of the town is now dominated by two large wind turbines.

Preposition: for

  • mile: Boston Stump seems to dominate the skyline for miles around, in all directions.

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