What is another word for silhouetting?
Pronunciation: [sˌɪlʊwˈɛtɪŋ] (IPA) 
Silhouetting is the process of creating a dark outline of an object against a lighter background. There are several synonyms for this term, including shadowing, profiling, outlining, and defining. Shadowing is the act of casting a shadow on an object to create a silhouette. Profiling is the process of creating a detailed outline of an object, often used in criminal investigations. Outlining is the act of creating an outline of an object, without necessarily filling it in with color or patterns. Finally, defining is the process of creating a clear and precise outline of an object, often used in graphic design and illustration. Each of these words can be used interchangeably with silhouetting to describe the same process.
