Chiffon: meaning, definitions and examples

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chiffon

 

[ หˆสƒษชfษ’n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fabric material

Chiffon is a lightweight, sheer fabric typically made from silk, nylon, or polyester. It has a subtle shine and a slightly rough texture, often used in evening gowns, scarves, and lingerie.

Synonyms

gossamer, sheer fabric.

Examples of usage

  • It's a popular choice for bridal veils due to its delicate and ethereal appearance.
  • The chiffon dress floated gracefully as she walked down the runway.
Context #2 | Noun

culinary

Chiffon cake is a light and airy cake made with vegetable oil, eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, and flavorings. It gets its fluffy texture from beaten egg whites folded into the batter.

Synonyms

fluffy cake, sponge cake.

Examples of usage

  • The chiffon cake is known for its moist and tender crumb.
  • She baked a lemon chiffon cake for the special occasion.

Translations

Translations of the word "chiffon" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น chiffon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเคซเฅ‰เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Chiffon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sifon

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะธั„ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szyfon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒ•ใ‚ฉใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chiffon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ chifรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸifon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œํฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดูŠููˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกifon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกifรณn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้›ช็บบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกifon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sifon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะธั„ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ˜แƒคแƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸifon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ chiffรณn

Etymology

The word 'chiffon' originated from the French language and means 'rag' or 'cloth'. It was first used in the 18th century to describe a sheer fabric. Over time, chiffon became popular for its elegant and delicate appearance in both fashion and culinary arts.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,547, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.