1. a sheer, lightweight fabric with a plain weave, typically made of cotton, silk, or rayon
2. a light, airy sauce or dish made with whipped cream or beaten egg whites
Usage: culinary

Examples

• The curtains were made of delicate white mousseline that filtered the sunlight beautifully.
• She wore a flowing dress of silk mousseline for the summer wedding.
• The chef prepared a salmon mousseline as an elegant appetizer.
• The mousseline fabric was perfect for the baby’s christening gown.
• He served chocolate mousseline with fresh berries for dessert.
• The designer chose mousseline for its ethereal, floating quality.
• The pastry chef’s mousseline was incredibly light and flavorful.