tortilla chip

American  

[tawr-tee-uh chip] / tɔrˈti ə ˌtʃɪp /

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.

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Etymology

Origin of tortilla chip

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

According to the Bath & Body Works website, the Chips & Salsa candle flaunts notes of “bottomless tortilla chips and fresh salsa,” while the Pizza & Ranch candle touts a redolence of “gooey cheese, crispy pepperonis and ranch.”

From Salon

Tripe stew, nachos, even “mac” and cheese arrive with ridged, cut-up fried dough standing in for potatoes, tortilla chips, or pasta.

From Salon

At one point, they create a “Jaws” parody with a tortilla chip and jar of salsa.

From The Wall Street Journal

And if they refuse, I have bought the last package of overpriced tortilla chips in their store forever.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the proliferation of food items advertised as high-protein, ranging from toaster pastries to tortilla chips, could lead consumers astray, Miserandino said.

From Los Angeles Times