Fillet (noun) refers to a boneless cut of meat or fish, prepared by removing bones and often skinned. It also denotes a narrow strip of material or a finished product cut to a smooth, slender form. In cooking, fillets are typically cooked quickly to preserve tenderness; in fashion or construction, a fillet can describe a small, finished groove or edge. The term emphasizes a clean, boneless, or refined portion.
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