chino

noun

chi·​no ˈchē-(ˌ)nō  ˈshē- 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Check out the best-selling Madewell Harlow Trousers for a more polished look or the white Quince wide-leg chino pants that are practically made for summer. —Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2025

Thierry wore a beige fleece over a dirty white polo shirt, chinos and old boat shoes. —Literary Hub, 15 Aug. 2025

The line is still rooted in pants, led by the brand’s signature Gold School chino in a cotton twill and piped seams, which retail for $115. —Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2025

Made from 100% polyester twill with a comfort waistband, these Peter Millar pants maintain a clean, chino aesthetic similar to sharp dress pants but with an athletic feel and easy-care fabric. —Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for chino

• dino
• fino
• keno
• lino
• wino
• amino
• carlino
• casino
• imino
• ladino
• latino
• merino

Kids Definition

chino

noun

chi·​no ˈchē-nō  ˈshē- 

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 

city in southwestern California east of Los Angeles population 77,893