noun

le chiffon

cloth · rag

C'est un morceau de tissu utilisé pour nettoyer ou essuyer des surfaces.

Word: chiffon

Meaning in English:
"Chiffon" is a French word that has two primary meanings:

Fabric:
In textiles, chiffon refers to a lightweight, sheer fabric woven from silk, nylon, or polyester. It is soft, flowing, and slightly rough in texture, often used in elegant clothing such as dresses, scarves, and blouses. Chiffon fabric is known for its delicate, airy quality and is commonly used for formal wear and evening gowns.
Rag/Cloth scrap:
In a more general or everyday sense, chiffon can also mean a rag or a piece of cloth, typically one that is old or used for cleaning.

Parts of the word:

The word "chiffon" does not readily break down into smaller meaningful parts in modern usage since it is borrowed directly from Old French or related linguistic roots.

Synonyms:

For fabric meaning:
- Muslin (another lightweight fabric)
- Gauze (sheer fabric)
- Organza (another finely woven fabric)
For rag/cloth meaning:
- Rag
- Cloth
- Scrap

Antonyms:

For fabric meaning:
Strong, heavy fabrics such as wool, denim, or canvas could serve as practical antonyms of chiffon fabric’s qualities because of their weight and opacity.
For rag/cloth meaning:
Something like a nicely adorned, clean cloth or decorative fabric.

Summary:
"Chiffon" is mostly known in English as a fine, soft, and sheer fabric used in fashion, but originally and in general French, it can mean any old piece of cloth or rag.