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    Chiffon (en. Cloth)

    /ʃi.fɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A piece of lightweight and generally wrinkled fabric used for cleaning or wiping.
    She took a rag to wipe the table.
    Elle a pris un chiffon pour essuyer la table.
    A type of fabric, often used in fashion.
    This dress is made of chiffon; it is very elegant.
    Cette robe est en chiffon, elle est très élégante.
    A term designating a garment or accessory made of chiffon.
    He is wearing a chiffon scarf.
    Il porte un foulard en chiffon.

    Etymology

    The word 'chiffon' comes from the Old French 'chifon', which means 'piece of cloth'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a rag in one's eye
    To be irritated or angry.
    avoir un chiffon dans l'œil
    a piece of paper
    A lightweight paper for single use.
    un chiffon de papier
    chiffonade
    Technique for cutting leaves of salad or herbs.
    chiffonade

    Related Words

    to crumple
    To make a fabric wrinkled.
    chiffonner
    rag picker
    A woman who collects rags or worn-out items.
    chiffonnière

    Slang Meanings

    To use something in an improvised manner.
    He took an old rag to clean his hands after the barbecue.
    Il a pris un vieux chiffon pour se nettoyer les mains après le barbecue.
    To describe a person who is messy.
    She's always in rags; her clothes are mismatched.
    Elle est toujours en chiffon, ses vêtements sont mal assortis.