Fileted

/fɪˈleɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Cut into fillets, which are thin slices of meat or fish with bones removed; or decorated with a fillet or thin band.

Etymology

From 'filet' or 'fillet' (from Old French 'filet', meaning 'thin thread' or 'thin strip'). The '-ed' suffix indicates the completed action or state.

Kelly Says

The word 'filet' comes from the same root as 'filament' and 'filial'—they all trace back to Latin 'filum' meaning 'thread,' which perfectly captures how delicate and thin a filet is!

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