/ˈtɔːtə/, /ˈtɔɹtə/
OriginBorrowed from Spanish torta, from Latin turta, thought to derive from Latin tŏrta f (“twisted”). Doublet of torte and tart.
- USA sandwich, served either hot or cold, on an oblong white sandwich roll, derived from Mexican cuisine.
- A flat heap of moist, crushed silver ore, prepared for the patio process.
- slangAn overweight or obese Hispanic woman, especially one deemed attractive.
- A Philippine omelette of ground meat and potatoes.
- countable, uncountableAn Italian cake.
“They include fresh noodles, roasted chickens, savory Italian tortas, caponata and other antipasti like roasted onions in balsamic vinegar, crusty walnut breads, biscotti, and fabulous Italian desserts”
“Perhaps there could be a smarter balsamic kick in the latte cotto custard, more oomph in the chocolate torta.”
“Internationally popular from his cookbooks and television show, Middione fills the deli case with southern Italian tortas, roasted chicken, polenta, and white bean salad.”
Formstortas(plural)