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tenderloin

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Noun — The most tender cut of meat from the loin, especially of beef or pork.

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beef tenderloin pork tenderloin

Etymology

Formed from tender + loin, describing the loin cut prized for its tenderness.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tenderloin” mean?

The word “tenderloin” means the most tender cut of meat from the loin, especially of beef or pork. In plain terms, usually a prime, soft cut of meat; occasionally the name of a rough, seedy city neighbourhood.

How do you use “tenderloin” in a sentence?

Here is “tenderloin” used in a sentence: “We roasted a pork tenderloin for Sunday dinner.”

What is another word for “tenderloin”?

Words with a similar meaning to “tenderloin” include striploin, fillet and eye fillet.

What part of speech is “tenderloin”?

“Tenderloin” is a noun.

How many meanings does “tenderloin” have?

“Tenderloin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the most tender cut of meat from the loin, especially of beef or pork.

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