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

Blackened Chicken can be served with rice, steamed vegetables, and pasta, but is also used for sandwiches, tacos, and salads. —Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026

And of course, there’s plenty of tacos. —Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Apr. 2026

So when might Idahoans enjoy tacos and margaritas in their shiny new grill and cantina? —Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 13 Apr. 2026

Including the breakfast tacos at Lugya’h. —Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026

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"