Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fajita
noun
/fəˈhiːtə/
Definition
A type of Mexican dish consisting of grilled meat served alongside tortillas and various toppings.
Examples
- At the restaurant, we ordered chicken fajitas with all the toppings.
- She prepared delicious beef fajitas for dinner, complete with peppers and onions.
- They enjoyed sizzling fajitas served right from the grill.
Meaning
Fajita traditionally refers to a grilled dish typically made with skirt steak but can include other types of meat. The ingredients are wrapped in a tortilla and often served with condiments.
Synonyms
- Taco
- Wrap
- Burrito (in a broader sense)
