sirloin

American  

[sur-loin] / ˈsɜr lɔɪn /

noun

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

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sirloin British  

/ ˈsɜːˌlɔɪn /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of sirloin

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

Example Sentences

If you’re not in the mood for a hulking sirloin — and if just creamed spinach and a frosted martini feel like insufficient ballast — skip the burger.

From Salon

The meal begins with scallop brightened with currant and rye-seasoned buttermilk, then slow-cooked reindeer, sirloin and tongue, finished over wood, mushroom purée beneath and fermented cabbage cutting richness.

From Salon

Maui Nui sells everything from ground venison to tenderloins and sirloin steaks, and once a year they release a 14-day-aged venison roast — a true crown jewel for any holiday table.

From Salon

Readers might want to know the real reasons sirloin prices have shot up.

From The Wall Street Journal

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