I. shi-ˈfän, ˈshi-ˌ noun
Etymology: French, literally, rag, from chiffe old rag, alteration of Middle French chipe, from Middle English chip chip
Date: 1765
1. : an ornamental addition (as a knot of ribbons) to a woman's dress
2. : a sheer fabric especially of silk
II. adjective
Date: 1903
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