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

De Paz said lucha frequently appears as entertainment at taco festivals, Cinco de Mayo celebrations and Hispanic Heritage Month events. — Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026

Akame Sushi is serves traditional Japanese sushi, sushi tacos and rolls at its Rancho Cordova location at 12251 Folsom Blvd. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 21 Sep. 2026

The tamale was once a familiar presence on Mexican restaurant menus in the United States, sharing space with tacos, burritos and enchiladas. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026

From carne asada and crispy pork carnitas to easy chicken tacos, flaky fish, and plenty of vegetarian options, these taco recipes cover quick weeknight dinners, easy breakfast options, and more ambitious weekend projects, too. — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Sep. 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"