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sirloin Definition

sir·loin (sʉrlo̵in′)

noun

a choice cut of meat, esp. of beef, from the loin end just in front of the rump

Etymology: Early ModE surloyn < MFr surlonge < OFr sur, over (see sur-) + loigne, loin

sirloin Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • beef: My guest ordered a roast sirloin of Scottish beef, asking it to be served medium.

Adjective modifier

  • mignon: Campaign is a that will yield filet mignon sirloins would always convince.

Modifies a noun

  • steak: Vintage: 2002 Food Choice: Drink by itself or with roast lamb, rare sirloin steak, hard cheeses or even pasta.
  • roast: That which is sold with the " bone-in " is often in the form of rib or sirloin roasts and T-bone steaks.

Noun used with modifier

  • basilisk: You consume basilisk sirloin and feel it nourish your body.
  • beef: My beef sirloin was medium rare as I asked and the cut was perfect.
  • roast: My guest ordered a roast sirloin of Scottish beef, asking it to be served medium.

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