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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Co-owner Fernando Mora said the chain, which started with a single taco truck in 2022, hopes to expand into Meridian or Boise someday. Idaho Statesman, 20 May 2026 With 73 percent lean beef and 27 percent fat content, this 5-pound chub of ground beef is ideal for making juicy burgers, flavorful meatballs, and savory tacos. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 19 May 2026 The storm never fully fired, and Lisius and George eventually made their way back to Arlington, stopping for tacos along the way. Emily Holshouser may 19, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026 This recipe makes eight small tacos, which comfortably serves two to four depending on how hungry everyone is. Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 May 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 21 May. 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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