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“Filets” or “Fillets”

filets / fillets are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

Same sound, different spellings and meanings, shown with a pronunciation guide for each term.

filets f·ih·l·EY·z

  • nounlace having a square mesh.

fillets f·IH·l·ih·t·s

  • nouna boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef.
  • nouna longitudinal slice or boned side of a fish.
  • nounfastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members.
  • verbdecorate with a lace of geometric designs.
  • verbcut into filets.
Usage

Examples in context

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“filets”

  • Salmon, red (sockeye), filets with skin, smoked (Alaska Native)…

“fillets”

  • …their names ; both the fillets are gone, as are also…

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