Definition

A young unmarried woman.

Example

The fille was excited to attend her first dance.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new café downtown where all the filles hang out?

Yeah, I heard it’s really popular with young women.

I think it would be fun to check it out this weekend, maybe meet some new friends.

Definitely! Let’s go and see if we can spot any interesting filles there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Fille** → The word 'fille' comes from Old French *fille*, meaning 'daughter' or 'girl'. It is derived from the Latin word *filia*, which also means 'daughter'. The term 'fille' specifically refers to a female child or young woman.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for daughter, 'fille', to remember that it means a girl or daughter.

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