1. a tender cut of beef or pork from the underside of the short loin
2. a district of a city characterized by vice and corruption
Usage: informal; historical

Examples

• The chef prepared a perfectly grilled beef tenderloin for dinner.
• Pork tenderloin is one of the leanest cuts of meat available.
• She marinated the tenderloin in herbs and spices overnight.
• The restaurant is famous for its tenderloin steaks.
• He sliced the tenderloin into medallions for the main course.
• The butcher recommended the tenderloin for a special occasion meal.