taco
1 of 1nouna dish that consists of a folded tortilla filled with ground meat, beans, etc., originated in Mexico
C1Learn more on WikipediaThe taco is a traditional Mexican food consisting of a small hand-sized corn- or wheat-based tortilla topped with a filling, such as beef, pork, chicken, seafood, beans, vegetables, and cheese, and garnished with various condiments, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream, and vegetables, such as lettuce, onion, tomatoes, and chiles. It is believed to have originated from the Aztecs, who made flat bread out of corn and called it tlaxcalli, which was then stuffed with various concoctions of food. Tacos are a common form of antojitos, or Mexican street food, which have spread around the world. They can be made with a variety of fillings, allowing for great versatility and variety.
- They had tacos for dinner, filled with seasoned ground beef, lettuce, and salsa.
- The taco truck on the corner serves authentic Mexican tacos with homemade corn tortillas.
- She prefers fish tacos with a squeeze of lime and a drizzle of creamy chipotle sauce.
- The taco festival featured a variety of tacos, from traditional to gourmet creations.
- He ordered a trio of street-style tacos, each topped with cilantro and diced onions.
a person of Mexican heritage
- The teacher welcomed a taco from the exchange program.
- Juan grew up in a neighborhood full of tacos.
- At the festival, several tacos shared stories of their childhood.
- Tacos in the class worked together on the science project.
- She invited a taco from her local community to speak at the event.