loin

/lɔɪn/
noun
  1. The part of the body on both sides of the spine between the lower ribs and the hip bones.
    • A horse's loin should be strong and well-muscled for good performance.
    • The doctor examined the patient's loin area for signs of injury.
    • The weightlifter felt a sharp pain in his loin after the heavy squat.
  2. A cut of meat from the loin area of an animal, especially pork or beef.
    • We grilled a pork loin for dinner last night.
    • The recipe calls for a beef loin cut into thick steaks.
    • She seasoned the lamb loin with rosemary and garlic before roasting.
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