Loin Meaning
/ˈloɪn/ ~ /ˈlɔɪn/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe part of the body (of humans and quadrupeds) at each side of the backbone, between the ribs and hips.
nounAny of several cuts of meat taken from this part of an animal.
Sentence Examples
Do you like pork loin?
He bought the pre-cut pork loin.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The lion's ____ area is muscular because it supports the backbone.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The chef served a perfectly roasted pork ____ with a side of seasonal vegetables for the main course.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English loyne, from Old French loigne, from Vulgar Latin *lumbea, from Latin lumbus, of uncertain origin, possibly from Oscan-Umbrian *londwo- or Proto-Germanic *lundwuz, both ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *lendʰ- (“kidney, waist”). Cognate with Modern English lend (“loin”), Dutch lende, German Lende, Swedish länd (“haunch, loin”), Danish lænd, Proto-Slavic *lędvьje (Russian ля́двея (ljádveja)). Doublet of lend.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The lion's ____ area is muscular because it supports the backbone.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The chef served a perfectly roasted pork ____ with a side of seasonal vegetables for the main course.