1. A distinct outline or shape of someone or something viewed against a bright background, with sharp and well-defined edges
The clear silhouette of the building stood out against the sunset.
A silhueta clara do edifício destacava-se contra o pôr do sol.
2. A dark shape or outline that is easily recognizable due to its sharp, unambiguous boundaries
Against the bright window, the child's clear silhouette was visible.
Contra a janela clara, a silhueta clara da criança era visível.