Filet

/fɪˈleɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A piece of boneless meat or fish, typically cut from a larger portion.

The chef served a beautifully seared salmon filet with a lemon butter sauce.

A portion of flesh or the meat from an animal that has been neatly prepared.

She ordered a filet mignon at the steakhouse, which is known for its high-quality cuts.

verb

To remove the bones from a piece of meat or fish.

The cook will filet the fish before preparing it for grilling.

To cut into fillets.

He learned how to filet a chicken breast for the recipe.

French 'filet' meaning 'string' or 'little string'.

filet mignon

A tender cut of beef taken from the smaller end of the tenderloin.

salmon filet

A boneless piece of salmon, often served grilled or baked.

fillet

An alternative spelling of filet, typically relating to fish or meat.

butcher

A person who prepares and sells meat.

In restaurant lingo, a term often used for any high-quality meat dish.

The chef recommended the filet as the best dish on the menu.

Slang in some areas for a gourmet meal.

We're having filet tonight, it's a special occasion.