A fine strong silky fabric also called French tergal (5)

I believe the answer is:

ninon

(Other definitions for ninon that I've seen before include "Lightweight silk fabric" , "Fine, strong, silky fabric" , "delicate material" , "Fine sheer fabric" , "thin fabric" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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