Fil

//fiːl// name, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A Nordic dairy product, similar to yogurt, but using different bacteria which give a different taste and texture. uncountable
  2. 2
    Alternative form of alfil. alt-of, alternative
  3. 3
    Initialism of father-in-law. abbreviation, alt-of, initialism
Proper Noun
  1. 1
    Initialism of Federation of International Lacrosse. abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

Etymology

Clipping of filmjölk via Swedish fil. Also related to Finnish viili.

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