chino
noun
chi·no
ˈchē-(ˌ)nō 
ˈshē-
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
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The showroom closed during the pandemic and Proper Cloth pivoted into making face masks as well as more casual pieces such as custom chinos, T-shirts and sweatshirts, Skerritt writes on the company’s website.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Giorgio Armani gave a master class in khaki combinations on his spring runway, showing sandy jackets and taupe knit shirts with olive-green chinos.
—Tom Stubbs, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2025
Though styled like a sharp chino, the material is soft, stretchy, and thus suitable for almost any activity — even working out, Lulu shoppers claim.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2025
These pants blend chino elements with workwear details, giving a rugged yet polished look, especially when paired with cowboy boots.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Giorgio Armani gave a master class in khaki combinations on his spring runway, showing sandy jackets and taupe knit shirts with olive-green chinos.
—Tom Stubbs, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2025
Though styled like a sharp chino, the material is soft, stretchy, and thus suitable for almost any activity — even working out, Lulu shoppers claim.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2025
These pants blend chino elements with workwear details, giving a rugged yet polished look, especially when paired with cowboy boots.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Chino.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chino. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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Chino
geographical name
Chi·no
ˈchē-(ˌ)nō
city in southwestern California east of Los Angeles population 77,893
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