skyline
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈskaɪˌɫaɪn// UK //skˈaɪlaɪn// sky·line
n. the shape or outline of a city's buildings against the sky. You often see this when looking at a city from far away.
n. the outline of a city or group of buildings seen against the horizon. Often used to describe the distinctive profile of an urban area.
The New York skyline is famous all over the world.
We watched the sunset from the rooftop bar, which offered a perfect view of the city skyline.
The rapid construction of glass-fronted skyscrapers has fundamentally altered the historic skyline, creating a stark contrast between the medieval cathedral spires and modern corporate architecture.