Pork slab is a popular cut of meat, typically taken from the belly or side of a pig. There are many different synonyms that can be used to describe this cut of meat, such as pork belly, bacon, pancetta, and salt pork. Each of these terms refers to a specific preparation or type of pork slab, ranging from the fatty, flavorful bacon used for breakfast dishes to the leaner, salt-cured salt pork used for soups and stews. Other synonyms for pork slab might include pork loin, pork shoulder, or pork chop, depending on the specific cut and preparation of the meat.