nacho

noun na·cho \ˈnä-(ˌ)chō\

plural nachos

Definition of NACHO

: a tortilla chip topped with melted cheese and often additional savory toppings (as hot peppers or refried beans)

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American Spanish, perhaps from Spanish nacho flat-nosed

First Known Use: 1949

NACHO Defined for Kids

noun na·cho \ˈnä-chō\

plural nachos

: a tortilla chip topped with melted cheese and often additional toppings

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