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

Denim skirts, chinos, trousers and corduroy are on the horizon. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Nov. 2025

Meanwhile, Harry wore a white T-shirt, navy blazer, matching chinos and brown desert boots—with the couple sporting matching LA Dodgers caps. —Emily Chan, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2025

As someone whose style leans relaxed, a button-up blouse can make denim cutoffs feel dressy, but that exact same shirt style tucked into trousers or chinos completely transforms the vibe. —Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025

The cardigans, big frame glasses, long beanies, chinos, etc. —Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 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