torta UK /ˈtɔːtə/US /ˈtɔɹtə/ noun5 •(US) A sandwich, served either hot or cold, on an oblong white sandwich roll, derived from Mexican cuisine. •An Italian cake.Perhaps there could be a smarter balsamic kick in the latte cotto custard, more oomph in the chocolate torta. — 1996 •A Philippine omelette of ground meat and potatoes. •(slang) An overweight or obese Hispanic woman, especially one deemed attractive. •A flat heap of moist, crushed silver ore, prepared for the patio process. formstortas