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Silhouette

A representation of the outlines of an object filled in with a black color; a profile portrait in black, such as a shadow appears to be.

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Drawing 76% connected

of Draw

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Interpret 76% connected

To explain or tell the meaning of; to expound; to translate orally into intelligible or familiar language or terms; to decipher; to define; -- applie…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Lineation 76% connected

Delineation; a line or lines.

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Outline 76% connected

The line which marks the outer limits of an object or figure; the exterior line or edge; contour.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Project 76% connected

The place from which a thing projects, or starts forth.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Represent 76% connected

To present again or anew; to present by means of something standing in the place of; to exhibit the counterpart or image of; to typify.

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