Word
nacho
Phoneticsna·cho
US/ˈnæˌtʃoʊ/
UK/nˈætʃəʊ/
Definition
n. a small piece of fried corn tortilla, usually served with melted cheese or a spicy sauce. You often eat them as a snack or an appetizer.
n. a small, often triangular piece of toasted or fried tortilla, typically topped with melted cheese and chili peppers. Frequently served as a snack or appetizer, often in a larger dish with various toppings.
Examples
“I ordered a plate of nachos to share with my friends.”
“The waiter brought a large tray of nachos covered in jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole.”
“While originally a simple snack of fried tortillas and cheese, the modern nacho has evolved into a complex dish featuring diverse proteins, legumes, and various salsas.”
Examples
simple
“I ordered a plate of nachos to share with my friends.”
contextual
“The waiter brought a large tray of nachos covered in jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole.”
complex
“While originally a simple snack of fried tortillas and cheese, the modern nacho has evolved into a complex dish featuring diverse proteins, legumes, and various salsas.”
Usage
Usually used in the plural form when referring to the dish as a whole.
Etymology
Back-formation from nachos.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Idioms
reheat someone's nachos — To recreate or emulate something done before; to rehash; usually refers to celebrities or influencers.
want someone's nachos — To covet another; to envy one's accomplishments or qualities.