Definition of chiffon
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: an ornamental addition (such as a knot of ribbons) to a woman's dress
2
: a sheer fabric especially of silk
chiffon
adjectiveDefinition of chiffon (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: resembling chiffon in sheerness or softness
2
: having a light delicate texture achieved usually by adding whipped egg whites or whipped gelatin
lemon chiffon pie
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The first known use of chiffon was in 1765
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