- Main Entry:
- chi·no

- Pronunciation:
-
\ˈchē-(ˌ)nō, ˈshē-\
- Function:
- noun
- Inflected Form(s):
- plural chinos
- Etymology:
- origin unknown
- Date:
- 1943
1: a usually khaki cotton or synthetic-fiber twill of the type used for military uniforms2plural : an article of clothing made of chino