cutlet
3 synonyms for cutlet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small, thin cut of meat, often coated and fried.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use cutlet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chicken cutlet
veal cutlet
breaded cutlet
vegetable cutlet
Etymology
From French côtelette, "little rib," from Old French coste ("rib"), from Latin costa. English spelling was later reshaped under the influence of the unrelated word "cut."
Full origin of cutlet →Frequently asked questions
What does “cutlet” mean?
The word “cutlet” means a small, thin cut of meat, often coated and fried. In plain terms, a thin piece of meat (or a fried cake of mashed vegetables) usually cooked quickly by frying.
How do you use “cutlet” in a sentence?
Here is “cutlet” used in a sentence: “We had breaded chicken cutlets with a side of mashed potatoes.”
What part of speech is “cutlet”?
“Cutlet” is a noun.
Where does the word “cutlet” come from?
The word “cutlet” comes from Latin. From French côtelette, "little rib," from Old French coste ("rib"), from Latin costa. English spelling was later reshaped under the influence of the unrelated word "cut.".
How many meanings does “cutlet” have?
“Cutlet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, thin cut of meat, often coated and fried.
