Pronunciation: /ˈsɜrˌlɔɪn/

Definitions of sirloin

noun a cut of beef from the upper part of the loin

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a sirloin steak for dinner, please.

A2 The restaurant is known for its delicious sirloin burgers.

B1 The chef recommended the sirloin as the best cut of meat for grilling.

B2 The sirloin was perfectly cooked to medium rare, just the way I like it.

C1 The sirloin steak was marinated in a special sauce for added flavor.

C2 The sirloin was so tender and juicy, it melted in my mouth.

verb none

Example Sentences

A1 I sirloin the steak before grilling it.

A2 She sirloins the meat with a special marinade.

B1 The chef sirloined the beef to perfection.

B2 He sirloined the sirloin steak with garlic and herbs.

C1 The culinary expert sirloins the meat with precision and skill.

C2 After years of practice, she can sirloin any cut of meat flawlessly.

adjective none

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a sirloin steak, please.

A2 The restaurant serves sirloin burgers that are delicious.

B1 The chef recommended the sirloin cut for its tenderness and flavor.

B2 The sirloin marinade recipe calls for a mix of herbs and spices.

C1 The sirloin dish was prepared with precision and skill by the chef.

C2 The sirloin steak was cooked to perfection, with a juicy and flavorful taste.

adverb none

Example Sentences

A1 I like to eat sirloin steak.

A2 She cooked the sirloin steak perfectly.

B1 The chef grilled the sirloin steak to perfection.

B2 The restaurant specializes in serving juicy sirloin steaks.

C1 The sirloin steak was cooked to a perfect medium-rare temperature.

C2 The gourmet chef prepared a mouth-watering sirloin steak for the guests.

pronoun none

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a sirloin, please.

A2 He prefers sirloin over ribeye.

B1 Sirloin is a popular choice for steak lovers.

B2 The sirloin at this restaurant is always cooked to perfection.

C1 The chef recommended the sirloin as the best cut of meat on the menu.

C2 Sirloin is considered a premium cut of beef due to its tenderness and flavor.

preposition none

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a sirloin steak for dinner.

A2 The restaurant serves sirloin burgers.

B1 She ordered a sirloin sandwich with fries.

B2 The steakhouse offers a variety of sirloin cuts.

C1 The chef prepared a delicious sirloin dish with a red wine reduction sauce.

C2 The gourmet restaurant specializes in dry-aged sirloin steaks.

conjunction none

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a sirloin steak, please.

A2 He ordered the sirloin and I chose the chicken.

B1 The restaurant serves a delicious sirloin steak with mashed potatoes.

B2 Sirloin is my favorite cut of steak, especially when cooked medium rare.

C1 The chef prepared a mouth-watering sirloin dish with a red wine reduction sauce.

C2 Sirloin paired with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon is a perfect dinner combination.

interjection none

Example Sentences

A1 Sirloin! That steak looks delicious.

A2 Excuse me, sirloin, do you have the time?

B1 Sirloin, could you please pass the salt?

B2 Sirloin, I must say that was a fantastic presentation.

C1 Sirloin, I believe we need to reconsider our strategy.

C2 Sirloin, your expertise in this matter is truly impressive.

article none

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a sirloin steak, please.

A2 The sirloin cut of beef is known for its tenderness and flavor.

B1 The chef recommended the sirloin as the best option on the menu.

B2 I prefer my sirloin steak cooked medium rare for the best taste.

C1 The sirloin steak was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection.

C2 The sirloin cut from the prime rib was the highlight of the meal.

Examples of sirloin in a Sentence

formal The restaurant offers a delicious sirloin steak on their menu.

informal I'm craving a juicy sirloin for dinner tonight.

slang Let's grill up some sirloin for the BBQ.

figurative He was the sirloin of the team, always performing at his best.

Grammatical Forms of sirloin

past tense

sirloined

plural

sirloins

comparative

more sirloin

superlative

most sirloin

present tense

sirloins

future tense

will sirloin

perfect tense

has sirloined

continuous tense

is sirloining

singular

sirloin

positive degree

sirloin

infinitive

to sirloin

gerund

sirloining

participle

sirloined

Origin and Evolution of sirloin

First Known Use: 1300 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'sirloin' originated from the Old French term 'surlonge' which means 'above the loin'. It was used to refer to a cut of meat from the upper part of the loin.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'surlonge' evolved into 'sirloin' in English and came to specifically refer to a cut of beef from the hindquarters of the animal.