tenderloin
noun/ˈtɛndərˌlɔɪn/
Frequency rank: #19,071 most common English word
Meaning
A tender cut of beef or pork taken from the muscle along the backbone, known for its soft texture and mild flavor.
Example sentence
The chef recommended the tenderloin as the most tender cut on the menu.
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