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loin

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Noun — The side of the body between the ribs and the hip.

How to use loin

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

loin of pork sirloin gird one's loins

Etymology

From Old French loigne, ultimately from Latin lumbus ("loin"). A doublet of the rare English word "lend" (an old term for loin).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “loin” mean?

The word “loin” means the side of the body between the ribs and the hip. In plain terms, the area of the body just above the hips — and the cut of meat that comes from there.

How do you pronounce “loin”?

“Loin” is pronounced loihn-LOYN (/ˈloɪn/ ~ /ˈlɔɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “loin” in a sentence?

Here is “loin” used in a sentence: “The old injury still aches around his loin.”

What part of speech is “loin”?

“Loin” is a noun.

Where does the word “loin” come from?

The word “loin” comes from Latin. From Old French loigne, ultimately from Latin lumbus ("loin"). A doublet of the rare English word "lend" (an old term for loin).

How many meanings does “loin” have?

“Loin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the side of the body between the ribs and the hip.

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