chino

noun chi·no \ˈchē-(ˌ)nō, ˈshē-\

plural chinos

Definition of CHINO

: a usually khaki cotton or synthetic-fiber twill of the type used for military uniforms

plural : an article of clothing made of chino

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origin unknown

First Known Use: 1943

geographical name Chi·no \ˈchē-(ˌ)nō\

city SW California E of Los Angeles pop 77,983

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