fajita

noun

fa·​ji·​ta fə-ˈhē-tə 

fä-

: a marinated strip usually of beef or chicken grilled or broiled and served usually with a flour tortilla and various savory fillings

—usually used in plural

Examples of fajita in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead of rolling individual enchiladas or topping individual tacos, serve a big-batch fajita casserole for Tex-Mex flavor without as much effort or mess. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026

Beyond birria, popular menu items include the ChoriPollo, burritos and sizzling fajitas made fresh. —Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026

The spicy salsa and extra hot sauces are legendary, along with the green chicken enchiladas or fajitas. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 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

Word History

Etymology

American Spanish, diminutive of Spanish faja sash, belt, probably from Catalan faixa, from Latin fascia band — more at fascia

First Known Use

1971, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fajita

• amrita
• excreta
• lolita
• marita
• partita
• samhita
• advaita
• amanita
• cucurbita
• emerita
• incognita
• manzanita