skyline

BrE /ˈskailaɪn/ AmE /ˈskaɪlaɪn/

noun en → es

1 VIEW [singular] B1

the outline of the tops of buildings, mountains, etc. as seen against the sky

silueta de edificios, montañas, etc.

  • the skyline of a city

Collocations city skyline · distant skyline

  • The city's skyline is dominated by the twin towers.

    La silueta de la ciudad está dominada por las dos torres.

2 LIMIT [singular] B2

the highest point that something can reach or achieve; the limit of what is possible

límite, tope

  • reach one's/the sky

Collocations skyline for success · personal skyline

  • He has reached the limits of his abilities.

    Ha alcanzado los límites de sus habilidades.