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fils.

Used after a proper name that is common to a father and his son to indicate that the son is being referred to rather than the father.

4 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/ˈfiːs/
  1. Used after a proper name that is common to a father and his son to indicate that the son is being referred to rather than the father.

    not-comparable
Where this word comes from

From French fils (“son”).

noun/ˈfiːs/
  1. The son referred to in the manner of the adjective above.

    rare
Where this word comes from

From French fils (“son”).

noun/fɪls/
  1. Subdivision of currency used in many Arab countries.

Where this word comes from

From Arabic فلس. Doublet of fool.

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