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

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

When I still ate meat, I'd often cook a sirloin steak.

From Salon

Prepare your own roasts using lean meats such as pork loin, beef sirloin or lamb.

From Salon

Grilled sirloin steaks and chicken beasts for proteins, and for carbs, potatoes, white rice and spaghetti.

From Seattle Times