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

From Asian fusion and sports bars to burrito chains and chicken specialists, the western suburb is quickly building out a lineup that feels more like a destination than a bedroom community. — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 21 Sep. 2026

The tamale was once a familiar presence on Mexican restaurant menus in the United States, sharing space with tacos, burritos and enchiladas. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026

Will all of this actually result in greater food safety at Chipotle or is this simply a scheme to collect data on your burrito order? — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026

Taco John’s, a quick service restaurant (the new term for fast food) that carries many taco varieties, bowls, burritos and a signature potato dish, as well as a signature taco will open in Newington later this month at 56B Costello Road. — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 14 Sep. 2026

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"