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chino

/ˈtʃiːnoʊ/
chi · no
Plural:chinos
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Adjective:chino
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• noun

1

Casual trousers made from cotton twill chino fabric (usually used in the plural).

Example

"He wore a navy blazer and beige chinos to the casual Friday meeting."

2

A durable, lightweight cotton twill fabric, originally light tan or khaki in color, widely used for casual clothing and uniforms.

Example

"The tailor recommended a breathable cotton chino for the summer jacket."

3

American A city in western San Bernardino County, California, located in the Pomona Valley east of Los Angeles and historically noted for its dairy farming and agriculture.

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• adjective

1

Made of or relating to chino fabric, or having its characteristic light tan color.

Example

"The summer uniform includes a short-sleeved shirt and chino shorts."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-20th century from American Spanish chino ('Chinese' or 'toasted' in reference to its light tan color), applied to cotton twill fabric manufactured in China and used for military uniforms in the Philippines during the Spanish-American War.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chino. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chino
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