taco

noun

ta·​co ˈtä-(ˌ)kō How to pronounce taco (audio)
plural tacos ˈtä-(ˌ)kōz How to pronounce taco (audio)
: 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)

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The restaurants are also rated highly for their traditional chile relleno and for the distinctive fish or shrimp tacos with chipotle sauce and mango pico de gallo. Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 July 2026 Here are new and traditional recipe ideas for juicy hamburgers, taco night meals, Italian hoagies, and more to shake up your dinner plans. Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026 Best Restaurants El Sid Taqueria While El Sid Taqueria is known for its top-notch tacos—along with quesadillas, empanadas, and more—Gambino especially recommends saving room for dessert. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026 Owners Monica Quinto and Anyelo Farfán channel their Mexico City upbringing into the menu with massive tacos, chicharrón de queso, and family salsa recipes. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for taco

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of taco was in 1901

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“Taco.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taco. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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taco

noun
ta·​co ˈtäk-ō How to pronounce taco (audio)
plural tacos -ōz How to pronounce taco (audio)
: 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"

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