Definition

Noun: 1. The back half of a side of meat: Specifically refers to the rear section of a butchered animal carcass, typically including the leg and loin.

Usage

The word "hindquarter" is a specific term used primarily in the contexts of butchery, meat processing, and culinary arts. It denotes a major cut of meat from the rear section of an animal. It is most commonly used in the plural form "hindquarters."

Examples

• The butcher prepared the hindquarter of beef for roasting.
• We purchased the lamb hindquarters to make a stew.
• The recipe calls for one hindquarter of venison.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in contrast with "forequarter" (the front half of a side of meat).
  • Example: The price of the hindquarter is higher due to the premium cuts it contains, like the sirloin and round.

Variants and Related Words

• Hindquarters (plural noun): The more common form, referring to the rear legs and adjoining parts of a butchered animal or, more generally, to the rear part of a live animal's body.
  • Example: The horse raised its hindquarters and kicked.

Synonyms

• Haunch: Often used interchangeably, especially for game animals like deer.
• Rear quarter: A more descriptive synonym.
• Leg (of lamb/mutton): A specific, common cut from the hindquarter of a sheep.

Different Meanings

• While its primary meaning is butchery-related, "hindquarters" (plural) can also refer informally to the buttocks or rear end of a person or animal.
  • Example (informal): The dog sat down on its hindquarters.

Noun

1. the back half of a side of meat