fillet
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for fillet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A boneless strip or piece of meat or fish.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A boneless strip or piece of meat or fish.
“The chef served a grilled salmon fillet with lemon butter.”
Opposites
2. verb
To slice meat or fish into boneless strips, or remove the bones from it.
“The fishmonger filleted the trout in under a minute.”
filet
How to use fillet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fillet steak
fish fillet
fillet of salmon
Etymology
From Old French filet, a diminutive of fil ("thread"), from Latin filum.
Full origin of fillet →Frequently asked questions
What does “fillet” mean?
The word “fillet” means a boneless strip or piece of meat or fish. In plain terms, most often a boneless cut of meat or fish, though it can also mean a decorative strip or band.
How do you pronounce “fillet”?
“Fillet” is pronounced FIHL-iht (/fɪˈleɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fillet” in a sentence?
Here is “fillet” used in a sentence: “The chef served a grilled salmon fillet with lemon butter.”
What is the opposite of “fillet”?
The opposite of “fillet” — its antonyms — is round.
What part of speech is “fillet”?
Depending on how it is used, “fillet” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “fillet” come from?
The word “fillet” comes from Latin. From Old French filet, a diminutive of fil ("thread"), from Latin filum.
How many meanings does “fillet” have?
“Fillet” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a boneless strip or piece of meat or fish.
