noun
chiffon
shih-FAHN
Chiffon (noun) means a light, sheer, delicate fabric, often made of silk or polyester. Example: “Her dress was made of flowing pink chiffon.”
noun
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A light, sheer, delicate fabric, often made of silk or polyester.
"Her dress was made of flowing pink chiffon."
"The scarf was cut from a single piece of chiffon."
How to use chiffon
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA thin, see-through fabric often used for elegant dresses, scarves, and evening wear.
Common pairings
chiffon dress
chiffon scarf
silk chiffon
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Word forms
- Plural
- chiffons
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Etymology
Borrowed from French chiffon, originally meaning "rag" or "scrap of cloth," ultimately related to the English word "chip."
Frequently asked questions
What does “chiffon” mean?
The word “chiffon” means a light, sheer, delicate fabric, often made of silk or polyester. In plain terms, a thin, see-through fabric often used for elegant dresses, scarves, and evening wear.
How do you pronounce “chiffon”?
“Chiffon” is pronounced shih-FAHN (/ʃɪˈfɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “chiffon” in a sentence?
Here is “chiffon” used in a sentence: “Her dress was made of flowing pink chiffon.”
What part of speech is “chiffon”?
“Chiffon” is a noun.
Where does the word “chiffon” come from?
The word “chiffon” comes from French. Borrowed from French chiffon, originally meaning "rag" or "scrap of cloth," ultimately related to the English word "chip.".
