taco

noun

ta·​co ˈtä-(ˌ)kō 

plural tacos ˈtä-(ˌ)kōz 

: a crispy or soft corn or wheat tortilla that is folded or rolled and stuffed with a mixture (as of seasoned meat, cheese, and lettuce)

Examples of taco in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Built with concrete and latticed brickwork and studded with stick-in-your-mind design elements, like a dramatic burgundy tile motif, the 39-room property inserts sophistication in between the beachwear boutiques and fish taco grill-outs. —Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025

The Fountains Zone, which overlooks the podium and is sandwiched between two portions of the track, has turned into a vibrant social area, so in year four that means programming the space with experiential offerings, such as Bodega, where guests enjoy tacos, cocktails and a live DJ. —Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025

Whether savoring fish tacos or watching the sunset with toes in the sand, relaxation is palpable with every breath of fresh ocean air. —Pismo Beach Conference and Visitor Bureau, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025

The on-site restaurant, The Grove Kitchen & Bar, offers happy hour, plus island cuisine such as ceviche, breakfast tacos, and mimosas. —Cynthia J Drake, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for taco

• choco
• jocko
• mako

Kids Definition

taco

noun

ta·​co ˈtäk-ō 

plural tacos -ōz 

: a usually fried tortilla that is folded or rolled and stuffed with a mixture (as of seasoned meat, cheese, and lettuce)

Etymology

from the Spanish spoken in Mexico taco "taco"