the portion of the loin (especially of beef) just in front of the rump
Sirloin is a large piece of meat cut from the back of the cow. For cookery purposes it is a first class cut suited to high temperature, short cooking time such as grilling, pan-frying and also quick roasting.
The section between the hipbone and the back of the loin. Presented boneless and trimmed of excess fat.
the front part of the loin of beef. This is near the hip, thus a little less tender but still excellent for roasting.