pork-chop
Definition
Noun: A "pork chop" is a cut of meat taken from the loin of a pig, typically served as a single serving with a bone attached.
Usage Examples
- (A single cut of pork loin with a bone.)
- (Large, bone-in cuts of pork loin.)
Advanced Usage
- "pork chop" as a compound noun: It is always written as two separate words ("pork chop"), never hyphenated or combined.
- "pork chop" in culinary contexts: Refers specifically to the cut from the loin; other cuts (e.g., shoulder or rib) are not called "pork chops."
- A bone-in pork chop is juicier than a boneless one. (A cut retaining the bone for flavor and moisture.)
Variants and Related Words
- Pork (n): the meat from a pig.
- We bought pork for the stew. (Pig meat used as food.)
- Chop (n): a thick slice of meat, especially from the rib or loin.
- Lamb chops are also popular. (Similar cuts from lamb.)
Synonyms
- Cutlet: a thin slice of meat, often from the loin or rib.
- Loin chop: a specific type of chop from the loin area.
Related Idioms
- "To go whole hog": to do something thoroughly or without restraint (not directly related to "pork chop," but uses "hog" for pig).
- He went whole hog on the barbecue, grilling pork chops and ribs. (He committed fully to the meal.)