chiffon | ||
1. | [ adjective ] of pastry; having a light delicate texture achieved by whipping or adding whipped egg whites | |
Examples: | "lemon chiffon pie" |
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Related terms: | light | |
2. | [ adjective ] as thin and soft as chiffon | |
Examples: | "chiffon taffeta" |
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Related terms: | thin | |
3. | [ noun ] (clothing) a sheer fabric of silk or rayon | |
Related terms: | fabric | |
Similar spelling: |
Chafin Chaffin |