Chicano
noun
Chi·ca·no
chi-ˈkä-(ˌ)nō 
also shi-
plural Chicanos
: an American and especially a man or boy of Mexican descent
Chicano
adjective
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The lineup fittingly includes a diverse selection of dance, from belly dancing to Chicano ballet folklórico and tap dancing.
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John Wenzel, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
The Sabor Del Barrio entrance fee is $45 and includes access to a trolley for transportation to various parts of the event and entry to art galleries and museums such as the Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center, The Athenaeum Art Center, Studio Culture and Bread & Salt.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2025
In Vietnam, an unlikely outpost for Chicano culture An outpost for Chicano culture in Vietnam attracts community — and occasional concerns among older generations inclined to associate tattoos with gangs.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025
Low Rider Magazine’s headquarters sat at 282 Willow St. after Sonny Madrid, Larry Gonzalez and David Nunez founded the publication in 1977 centered around Chicano culture, including cars, music, fashion and political issues.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 24 May 2025
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John Wenzel, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
The Sabor Del Barrio entrance fee is $45 and includes access to a trolley for transportation to various parts of the event and entry to art galleries and museums such as the Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center, The Athenaeum Art Center, Studio Culture and Bread & Salt.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2025
In Vietnam, an unlikely outpost for Chicano culture An outpost for Chicano culture in Vietnam attracts community — and occasional concerns among older generations inclined to associate tattoos with gangs.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025
Low Rider Magazine’s headquarters sat at 282 Willow St. after Sonny Madrid, Larry Gonzalez and David Nunez founded the publication in 1977 centered around Chicano culture, including cars, music, fashion and political issues.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 24 May 2025
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“Chicano.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Chicano. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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Chicano
noun
Chi·ca·no
chi-ˈkän-ō
shi-
: an American and especially a man or boy of Mexican ancestry
Chicano
adjective
Etymology
Mexican Spanish, an altered form of mexicano "Mexican"
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