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chino-

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A type of durable cotton fabric, usually twill, commonly used to make casual clothing such as trousers, shorts, or jackets.

Sample Sentence: I really love the soft feel of these beige chinos, they are perfect for a casual day out.

Sense 2:

A style of pants that combines the characteristics of both trousers and jeans, typically made from chino fabric.

Sample Sentence: He wore a smart blazer with a pair of chinos to the business casual event.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Describing someone who is of Chinese origin or refers to Chinese culture.

Sample Sentence: She celebrated the Lunar New Year with her chino friends by participating in traditional festivities.

Sense 2:

Relating to the city of Chino, a locality in California, United States.

Sample Sentence: Chino High School is one of the most prestigious schools in the Chino area.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Indicating that something was done in a Chinese manner.

Sample Sentence: The dancer moved chino as she gracefully performed the traditional Chinese dance.

Part of Speech: Prefix

Sense 1:

Used as a prefix to indicate a connection with China or Chinese culture.

Sample Sentence: The restaurant introduced a new menu section called "Chino-fusion" offering a blend of Chinese and Mexican cuisine.