Loin

The loins, or lumbus, are the sides between the lower ribs and pelvis, and the lower part of the back.^[1]^[2]^[3] The term is used to describe the anatomy of humans and quadrupeds, such as horses,^[4]^[5] pigs,^[6]^[7] or cattle.^[8] The anatomical reference also applies to particular cuts of meat, including tenderloin or sirloin steak.^[2]

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^ "Do You Know the Parts of Your Pet Pig?". United Pet Pig Registry, Inc. Retrieved 2008-08-13. extracted from Reeves, David E.; H. Neil Becker; American Association of Swine Practitioners (1993). Care and management of miniature pet pigs: guidelines for the veterinary practitioner. Santa Barbara, California: Veterinary Practice Pub. Co. ISBN 0-9603534-3-7.
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