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

The notion to morph a specialty tortilla chip into a taco shell at first may sound like it would be a snap.

From The Daily Beast

Tostitos (adj.)—acting in a cheesy and/or corny fashion, reminiscent of America's popular tortilla chip.

From The Daily Beast