cutlet

noun

cut·​let ˈkət-lət 

1

: a small slice of meat

a veal cutlet

2

: a flat croquette of chopped meat or fish

Synonyms of cutlet

• cake
• patty

Examples of cutlet in a Sentence

a breaded veal cutlet

Recent Examples on the Web

My husband — who needed protein and calories but could consume only soft foods — was served chicken cutlets. —Elisabeth Rosenthal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026

Stir in the snap peas, then cover and simmer until the internal temperature registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center of each chicken cutlet and the snap peas are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026

Add chicken and cook, turning once, until browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest portion of the cutlet registers 165ºF, 4 to 5 minutes per side. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026

In addition, Hofbräu Pub will offer traditional German dishes such as its famous pork shank, salads and pretzels, and Bavarian specialties like pork roast, pork cutlets and Oktoberfest-style chicken. —Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French côtelette, from Old French costelette, diminutive of coste rib, side, from Latin costa — more at coast

First Known Use

1682, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for cutlet

• chatelet

Kids Definition

cutlet

noun

cut·​let ˈkət-lət 

1

: a small slice of meat

veal cutlets

2

: a piece of food shaped like a cutlet