backstraps

Rucksack shoulder bands

Backstraps are the tender cuts of meat running along either side of an animal's spine, especially prized in game like deer and elk.

Hunters and butchers treat backstraps as premium cuts: I saved the backstraps for a special dinner.

The term also refers to straps that run across the back of something—the rear portion of a sandal, watch band, or holster that secures it in place.

venison

tenderloin

Premium, exceptionally soft cut

  • loinLower back region
  • deerAntlered hoofed mammal
  • elkLarge North American cervid

moose · game · meat · fillet · medallion · cutlet · roast · sirloin · haunch · saddle

footwear

slingback

Shoe secured behind heel

espadrilles · buckle · velcro · strappy · wedges · stilettos · mules · slides · fasteners · adjustable

harness

suspenders

Shoulder straps for trousers

webbing · load-bearing · tactical · climbing · parachute · safety · brace · cinch · buckles · adjustable

Opposites
cut location on animal

backstrapsflank

Side of body

shank · brisket · shoulder · hindquarters · ribs

meat quality/tenderness

backstrapsshank

Lower leg segment

shoulder roast · offal · ground meat

strap position on gear

backstrapswaist belt

Strap around the midsection

hip belt · shoulder straps · waistband · chest strap

Family

backstrap

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G