Word
chino
Phoneticschi·no
US/ˈtʃinoʊ/
UK/tʃˈiːnəʊ/
Definition
n. a type of strong cotton cloth used to make trousers. It is also the name for the trousers themselves, which are usually light brown and look a bit more formal than jeans.
n. a durable, twilled cotton fabric, or trousers made from this material. Typically associated with a 'smart-casual' dress code and most frequently appearing in a light brown or khaki shade.
Examples
“He wore a pair of blue chinos to the office.”
“Since the wedding had a relaxed dress code, he decided to wear tan chinos and a linen shirt instead of a suit.”
“The popularity of the chino as a staple of menswear originated in military uniforms, where the fabric's durability and neutral tones provided both utility and a professional appearance.”
Examples
simple
“He wore a pair of blue chinos to the office.”
contextual
“Since the wedding had a relaxed dress code, he decided to wear tan chinos and a linen shirt instead of a suit.”
complex
“The popularity of the chino as a staple of menswear originated in military uniforms, where the fabric's durability and neutral tones provided both utility and a professional appearance.”
Usage
When referring to the garment, it is often used in the plural ('chinos') or with the phrase 'a pair of'.
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