Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

sirloin

American  
[sur-loin] / ˈsɜr lɔɪn /

noun

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


sirloin British  
/ ˈsɜːˌlɔɪn /

noun

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of sirloin

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

Vocabulary lists containing sirloin

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The four-week partnership, which was announced alongside the book’s release, allows fans to cook up several recipes, including Fried Chicken & Gravy, Sirloin Steak with Blue Cheese Butter, Country Fried Trout and more.

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2024

Sirloin tips are sometimes labeled steakhouse-style steak tips; the cut also goes by “sirloin flap meat.”

From Washington Times • May 11, 2023

According to a spokesperson for McDonald’s, the Hamburglar’s return, tied to the Sirloin Third Pound Burger, comes after an extended hiatus.

From Time • May 6, 2015

The new burger will be called the Sirloin Third Pound burger.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2015

Sirloin steaks in general contain a larger percentage of lean meat and a smaller amount of fat than the porterhouse or club steaks.

From Mrs. Wilson's Cook Book Numerous New Recipes Based on Present Economic Conditions by Wilson, Mary A.

Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "sirloin" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com