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

Place chicken in a 9- x 13-inch baking dish greased with cooking spray and rub evenly with taco seasoning. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2026

Dozens of rodent droppings, including about 78 inside a taco shop, were found at three of seven South Florida restaurants temporarily shut last week. — Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2026

Southern Living’s article recommends the ramen and tacos, but Maria’s is also well known for birria quesadillas. — Eva Flowe november 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026

Beverly’s lounge offers a more casual experience with a taco menu and shareable bites. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for taco

• choco
• jocko
• mako
• sirocco

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"