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fillet

/fɪˈlɛt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does fillet mean?

noun, verb

A long, thin piece of meat, especially from a fish or a joint of meat. To remove the bones from (a fish or a joint of meat).

Example

"The chef filleted the salmon and served it with a side of vegetables."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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