chino

noun

plural chinos
1
: a usually khaki cotton or synthetic-fiber twill of the type used for military uniforms
2
chinos plural : an article of clothing made of chino

Examples of chino in a Sentence

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Some exceptions: Aaron Sorkin dons more formal shirts, ties and chinos; Wes Anderson’s preppy college blazers are his signature look; Gus Van Sant is partial to oversized hoodies; while Taika Waititi is impossible to predict. Merle Ginsberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024 Ruggedly durable with water resistance and maximum UV protection, these chinos are ready for whatever weather lays ahead. Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 1 Nov. 2024 The chinos are made with wrinkle-resistant material and have a simple drawstring waistband and a straight-leg fit with deep pockets. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024 Zella Men’s Commuter Pants $79 $47 at Nordstrom Jeans are cool for casual outings, chinos are great for work, and dress pants are suitable for date night; but these versatile pants work well for all three scenarios. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chino 

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of chino was in 1943

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Cite this Entry

“Chino.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chino. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

chino

noun
chi·​no ˈchē-nō How to pronounce chino (audio) ˈshē- How to pronounce chino (audio)
plural chinos
1
: a usually khaki cotton fabric
2
: an article of clothing made of chino
usually used in plural

Geographical Definition

Chino

geographical name

Chi·​no ˈchē-(ˌ)nō How to pronounce Chino (audio)
city in southwestern California east of Los Angeles population 77,893
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