taco

noun

ta·​co ˈtä-(ˌ)kō How to pronounce taco (audio)
plural tacos ˈtä-(ˌ)kōz How to pronounce taco (audio)
: a crispy or soft corn or wheat tortilla that is folded or rolled and stuffed with a mixture (as of seasoned meat, cheese, and lettuce)

Examples of taco in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Here's a look at some of the wildest new food options, like cotton candy cake and bacon taco. Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 19 Sep. 2024 Keep an eye out for an upcoming guide of the best taco spots in the county. Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 18 Sep. 2024 Learn how to make homemade salsa, and serve it on its own with chips for a simple appetizer, or serve it alongside your favorite taco recipe at the perfect topper to dinner. Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2024 Willis also shared images of matcha ice cream, tacos and mirror selfies in different dramatic outfits. Marina Watts, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for taco 

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Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of taco was in 1901

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Cite this Entry

“Taco.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taco. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

taco

noun
ta·​co ˈtäk-ō How to pronounce taco (audio)
plural tacos -ōz How to pronounce taco (audio)
: a usually fried tortilla that is folded or rolled and stuffed with a mixture (as of seasoned meat, cheese, and lettuce)
Etymology

from the Spanish spoken in Mexico taco "taco"

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