tortilla chip

[tawr-tee-uh chip]

noun

1. a snack chip, often triangular in shape, made from corn tortillas that are cut bite-sized or slightly larger and fried, or made directly from masa that is rolled, cut, and fried or baked.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tortilla chip¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

It’s great as a dip with tortilla chips or on its own.

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It’s best enjoyed warm and served alongside tortilla chips, toasted baguette slices, crackers, or cut-up vegetables.

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Spoon a bit onto your plate and let the tortilla chips wander — through the crunch, the cream, the heat, the brine, the smoke.

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La Popular starts you off with at least seven different salsas—perfect for dipping tortilla chips or layering onto every bite.

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The nuggets, made from all-white meat, are marinated in “jalapeño buttermilk flavor” and coated in a mixture of breadcrumbs and tortilla chips, Today reported.

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