Definition of chalupa
: a fried corn tortilla sometimes shaped like a boat and usually filled with a savory mixture (as of meat, vegetables, or cheese)
Read the Latest from M-W
Origin and Etymology of chalupa
Mexican Spanish, from Spanish, boat, skiff, from French chaloupe
First Known Use: 1895
Learn More about chalupa
-
Spanish Central: Translation of chalupa
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up chalupa? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!