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

The collection will span cotton T-shirts, hoodies and chinos to versatile denim jackets, skirts, shorts, and jeans in multiple washes. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2025

And drum roll…save 50% off your purchase, with 30% off cashmere, suiting, and chinos. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 1 Dec. 2025

The chino trousers feature a stretchy waistband, pockets both front and back, a faux fly, and adjustable drawstring ties. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2025

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

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