poncho

noun

pon·​cho ˈpän-(ˌ)chō 

plural ponchos

1

: a blanket with a slit in the middle so that it can be slipped over the head and worn as a sleeveless garment

2

: a waterproof garment resembling a poncho and having an integral hood

Examples of poncho in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Other than its versatility, the power of this part-sweater, part-poncho is its ease and comfort. —Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025

Nearby, a third mannequin dressed in a poncho and straw hat stands over a fourth figure, which appears to be tied up on the ground. —Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025

Betty, a quirky Mexican American with adult braces and cute red prescription glasses, often incorporated her culture into her ensembles using bright colors and patterns, like her famous poncho with the city of Guadalajara emblazoned across the front. —Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025

Anderson had suggested Bob don a military poncho. —Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

American Spanish, from Mapuche

First Known Use

1717, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for poncho

• broncho
• concho

Kids Definition

poncho

noun

pon·​cho ˈpän-chō 

plural ponchos

1

: a cloak like a blanket with a slit in the middle for the head

2

: a waterproof garment like a poncho