tenderloin (Meaning)
tenderloin (n)
a city district known for its vice and high crime rate
the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column
tenderloin (n.)
A strip of tender flesh on either side of the vertebral column under the short ribs, in the hind quarter of beef and pork. It consists of the psoas muscles.
A strip of tender flesh on either side of the vertebral column under the short ribs, in beef or pork. It consists of the psoas muscles.
In New York City, the region which is the center of the night life of fashionable amusement, including the majority of the theaters, etc., centering on Broadway. The term orig. designates the old twenty-ninth police precinct, in this region, which afforded the police great opportunities for profit through conniving at vice and lawbreaking, one captain being reported to have said on being transferred there that whereas he had been eating chuck steak he would now eat tenderlion. Hence, in some other cities, a district largely devoted to night amusement, or, sometimes, to vice.
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tenderloin Sentence Examples
- The chef meticulously sliced the tenderloin into perfect medallions.
- The tenderloin steak was so soft and juicy, it melted in my mouth.
- The tenderloin roast was the star of the holiday feast, its rich flavor tantalizing all who tasted it.
- I ordered the tenderloin tacos, hoping for a tender and flavorful meal.
- The tenderloin of the beef was cooked to perfection, revealing a beautiful rosy center.
- The pork tenderloin was surprisingly juicy and flavorful, despite its leanness.
- I seasoned the tenderloin with salt, pepper, and garlic for a simple yet delicious dish.
- The tenderloin sandwiches were a hit at the party, quickly disappearing from the buffet table.
- The chicken tenderloin nuggets were a crispy and tender appetizer that everyone enjoyed.
- I used a tenderloin knife to expertly carve the tenderloin into thin, even slices.
FAQs About the word tenderloin
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The chef meticulously sliced the tenderloin into perfect medallions.
The tenderloin steak was so soft and juicy, it melted in my mouth.
The tenderloin roast was the star of the holiday feast, its rich flavor tantalizing all who tasted it.
I ordered the tenderloin tacos, hoping for a tender and flavorful meal.
