Filet

//ˈfɪleɪ// noun, verb

noun, verb ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of fillet. US, alt-of, alternative
  2. 2
    lace having a square mesh wordnet
  3. 3
    a longitudinal slice or boned side of a fish wordnet
  4. 4
    a boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef wordnet
Verb
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of fillet. US, alt-of, alternative
  2. 2
    cut into filets wordnet
  3. 3
    decorate with a lace of geometric designs wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms
filletfilletfilletfish filetfish filletsteak

Example

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"The next time you enjoy filet mignon at the club, send word to the chef that it was excellently prepared, and when a tired salesperson shows you unusual courtesy, please mention it."

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