skyline

noun

sky·​line ˈskī-ˌlīn 

1

: the apparent juncture of earth and sky : horizon

2

: an outline (as of buildings or a mountain range) against the background of the sky

Examples of skyline in a Sentence

the New York City skyline

Recent Examples on the Web

Outdoor Experiences The city skyline is iconic from any angle, but experiencing it from the water delivers an exhilarating new perspective—and makes for a thrilling way to connect with fellow adventurers. — Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026

Between the city skyline, mountains, and ocean views, Vancouver is by far one of the most memorable cities for spending golden hour. — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

While people might flock to New York City year-round for a glimpse of its dramatic skylines and cultural landmarks, locals know there are tens of thousands of miles to be explored beyond Manhattan. — Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026

Kansas City’s most iconic sign is glowing in the skyline once again. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for skyline

• affine
• airline
• align
• aline
• assign
• baseline
• beamline
• benign
• bloodline
• bovine
• brucine
• byline

Kids Definition

skyline

noun

sky·​line -ˌlīn 

1

: the line where earth and sky or water and sky seem to meet : horizon

2

: an outline (as of buildings or mountains) against the sky