burrito

noun

bur·​ri·​to bə-ˈrē-(ˌ)tō 

plural burritos

: a flour tortilla rolled or folded around a filling (as of meat, beans, and cheese)

Examples of burrito in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The restaurant also serves up a variety of traditional Mexican dishes including tacos, burritos, carne asada fries and quesadillas. —Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado january 2, Sacbee.com, 2 Jan. 2026

The sunny daytime spot debuted in 2020, decorated with colorful murals and hanging plants; it was beloved for its coffee and breakfast burritos. —Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2025

From tacos to burrito bowls to salads, there are so many easy ways to enjoy this tender slow-cooker chicken. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025

The eatery specialized in healthy fare, including wraps, burritos, sandwiches, soups and salads. —Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

American Spanish, from Spanish, little donkey, diminutive of burro

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for burrito

• bonito
• capito
• mosquito
• negrito
• incognito
• peto
• veto

Kids Definition

burrito

noun

bur·​ri·​to bə-ˈrēt-ō 

plural burritos

: a flour tortilla rolled or folded around a filling (as of meat, beans, and cheese)

Etymology

American Spanish burrito "baked stuffed tortilla," from Spanish burrito, literally, "little donkey"