tenderloin
|ten-der-loin|
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/ˈtɛndərˌlɔɪn/
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/ˈtɛndəˌlɔɪn/
tender meat cut
Etymology
'tenderloin' originates from English, specifically the word 'tender' meaning 'soft' and 'loin' referring to the part of the body.
'tenderloin' has remained largely unchanged in its form and meaning since its introduction into English.
Initially, it referred to a tender cut of meat, but over time it also came to describe a district known for vice.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a cut of meat from the loin of an animal, especially a cow or pig, known for its tenderness.
The chef prepared a delicious beef tenderloin for dinner.
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Noun 2
a district of a city known for vice and corruption, often associated with gambling and prostitution.
The city's tenderloin district was notorious for its nightlife.
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Last updated: 2025/07/03 19:47