Filet Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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filet
[หfษชleษช ]
Definitions
cooking
A filet is a piece of meat or fish that has been boned and trimmed of all skin, fat, and connective tissue.
Synonyms
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filet |
In British and international contexts, this spelling can often refer to both fish and meat, commonly implying a boneless cut.
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fillet |
Generally used in both British and American English to refer to a boneless cut of fish or meat. It's more commonly used in British English for fish.
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Examples of usage
- The chef prepared a delicious filet mignon for the special occasion.
- She ordered a salmon filet for her main course.
fashion
A filet is a narrow headband or band worn around the head, especially to hold the hair in place.
Examples of usage
- She styled her hair with a delicate lace filet.
- The bride wore a beautiful filet adorned with pearls.
cooking
To filet means to cut meat or fish into boneless pieces.
Synonyms
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filet |
Also can refer to a type of lacework or netting, but this usage is less common today.
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fillet |
In a different context, it can also refer to a thin flat strip of material, often used in construction or bookbinding.
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Examples of usage
- The chef showed us how to filet a fish properly.
- She asked the butcher to filet the chicken breasts for her.
Translations
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Origin of 'filet'
The word 'filet' originated from the Old French word 'fillet', which means a little band or ribbon. In English, it was first used in the 15th century to refer to a strip of meat or fish. Over time, the term evolved to also include a narrow headband worn around the head. The verb form of 'filet' emerged later, in the 20th century, to describe the process of cutting meat or fish into boneless pieces.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,505 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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