Loin

[Sarah]

That part of a human being or quadruped, which extends oneither side of the spinal column between the hip bone and the falseribs. In human beings the loins are also called the reins. SeeIllust. of Beef.

[Julian]

The part of the body on both sides of the spine between the lowest (false) ribs and the hip bones.

[Hina Muqadas]

The loins, or lumbus, are the sides between the lower ribs and pelvis, and the lower part of the back. The term is used to describe the anatomy of humans and quadrupeds, such as horses, pigs, or cattle. The anatomical reference also applies to particular cuts of meat, including tenderloin or sirloin steak.