churro

American  

[choor-oh, choor-raw] / ˈtʃʊər oʊ, ˈtʃur rɔ /

noun

Mexican Cooking.

plural

churros

1. a long, slender, deep-fried pastry resembling a cruller.

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Etymology

Origin of churro

First recorded in 1925–30; from Spanish, perhaps after dialect churro (a kind of coarse-wooled sheep), the name for the inhabitants of the mountainous parts of Valencia, the approximate area where the pastry originated

Example Sentences

Save room for dessert—the house-made churro cheesecake isn’t overly sweet and is a great way to end the meal.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

While alcohol was an option at the event, most people opted for a curated menu of coffee with homemade horchata, churro or matcha flavors by La Chula Café.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2025

He was also looking for a way of repaying the same neighbors who had for years been loyal customers at the churro stand that his family ran from the home’s driveway.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2025

“The Brothers Sun” lets Charles heal in part by becoming comfortable with his “softer” hobbies, like perfecting a churro recipe.

From Salon • Jan. 20, 2024

I freeze with the churro between my teeth.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera