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

Turn taco Tuesday around this week and make burrito bowls instead. —Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2026

Mexican flavors with a twist Gustavo’s menu goes beyond standard tacos and burritos, featuring dishes such as Jalapeño Margaritas, Aloha Fajitas and Three Pigs Fajitas alongside more traditional enchiladas, fajitas and seafood plates. —Staff Report, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Feb. 2026

The diner serves the famous pork tenderloin sandwiches, along with cheeseburgers, malts, milkshakes, burritos, tacos, bowls and more. —Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026

Toss some spinach or kale into your burrito to boost your iron, which plays a key role in postpartum recovery, as depleted iron stores can lead to fatigue and low mood. —Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 19 Feb. 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"