Definition

1. Noun:
   • A cut of beef from the sirloin: A specific portion of meat, a steak, that is cut from the larger sirloin section of a cow. This section is located in the lower back, between the ribs and the rump, and is known for being tender and flavorful.

Usage

• As a noun: "Sirloin steak" is a countable noun used to refer to a single piece or serving of this meat. It is commonly used when ordering in a restaurant or discussing cooking.
  • I would like the sirloin steak, cooked medium-rare.
  • We grilled sirloin steaks for the barbecue.

Advanced Usage

• "Top sirloin steak": A specific, leaner cut from the top part of the sirloin.
  • The recipe calls for a top sirloin steak, which is perfect for stir-frying.
• "Sirloin steak tips": Small pieces cut from a sirloin steak, often used in kabobs or stews.
  • The chef marinated the sirloin steak tips in a garlic and herb sauce.

Variants and Related Words

• Sirloin (noun): The larger section of beef from which a sirloin steak is cut.
  • The sirloin is a premium cut of beef.
• Steak (noun): A general term for a slice of meat, typically beef, cooked by frying, grilling, or broiling.
  • He enjoys a good steak.

Synonyms

• Beef steak: A general term for a steak cut from beef.
• Sirloin cut: A less common synonym emphasizing the origin of the cut.

Related Phrases

• Cut of meat: A standard phrase for a specific portion of meat from an animal.
  • A sirloin steak is a popular cut of meat.
• Grill a steak: A common cooking instruction associated with sirloin steak.
  • He knows how to grill a sirloin steak perfectly.

Noun

1. a cut of beef from the sirloin