Meaning of the word mousseline in English

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mousseline

US /ˌmuːsəˈliːn/

UK /ˌmuːs.l̩ˈiːn/

a fine, sheer fabric of silk, rayon, or cotton

Example:

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The dress was made of delicate silk mousseline.

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She draped the sheer mousseline over the window.

Synonym:

muslin gauze chiffon voile

a light, airy dessert made with whipped cream or egg whites, often flavored with fruit or chocolate

Example:

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For dessert, we had a delicate lemon mousseline.

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The chef prepared a chocolate mousseline with raspberry coulis.

Synonym:

mousse soufflé foam