sirloin

[sur-loin]

noun

1. the portion of the loin of beef in front of the rump.

sirloin

/ ˈsɜːˌlɔɪn /

noun

1. a prime cut of beef from the loin, esp the upper part

Word History and Origins

Origin of sirloin¹

1515–25; earlier surloyn < Old French *surloigne, variant of surlonge ( French surlonge ). See sur- ¹, loin

Word History and Origins

Origin of sirloin¹

C16 surloyn, from Old French surlonge, from sur above + longe, from loigne _loin

Example Sentences

Some insist on grinding elaborate ratios of chuck, brisket, sirloin and pork — plus dehydrated mushrooms ordered from an obscure vendor in Western Canada that only ships on Wednesdays.

From Salon

CPI data showed meat products such as sirloin steak and sliced bacon were more expensive in the western United States, compared to the country as a whole, in April.

From Los Angeles Times

Suddenly, their existence is inundated with premium Korean sirloin and delicious fresh peaches, which the Kims use to send the Park’s housekeeper into anaphylaxis knowing about her severe allergy.

From Salon

It was the usual fare, some would have argued: wild-caught barramundi infused with lemongrass and lime, grilled sirloin steak with onion marmalade, a coconut vegetable curry.

From BBC

The “starting lineup” offers chicken strip sandwiches, hot dogs, a sirloin tips sandwich and a cheesesteak.

From Los Angeles Times