Phrase guide

back bacon

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Bacon prepared from centre-cut boneless pork loin.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Examples

  • Near-synonyms: Irish bacon, Canadian bacon

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: Irish bacon, Canadian bacon

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: bacon, pork, meat, food, substance, material, stuff

History

Etymology

Bacon made from the loin, which is part of the back; sometimes pieces of the belly may be included in the batch.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: bacon — bacon prepared from boneless pork loin with side of belly