chico
1 Americannoun
noun
plural
chicosnoun
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a city in central California.
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a male given name.
noun
Etymology
Origin of chico1
First recorded in 1965–70; from Spanish: “boy,” of expressive origin, representing a common Romance stem found in words for small things; compare Latin ciccum “bagatelle, trifle, worthless object” ( chinchy ( def. ) )
Origin of chico2
Short for chicalote ( def. )
Example Sentences
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“Every single day I was on it, all day long,” the Chico, Calif., woman said Thursday, her voice tremulous and her cheeks flushed to the color of her rose maxi dress.
From Los Angeles Times
The plaintiff, a Chico, Calif., woman referred to as Kaley G.M., appeared in the courtroom for the first time since she was briefly introduced during opening statements on Feb. 9.
From Los Angeles Times
Lanier’s client, a Chico, Calif., woman referred to as Kaley G.M., said she became addicted to social media as a grade-schooler, and charges that YouTube and Instagram were designed to hook young users and keep them trapped on the platforms.
From Los Angeles Times
“The nearest public university is CSU Chico, more than 80 miles away. … For many students in that region, pursuing a bachelor’s degree elsewhere simply is not feasible.”
From Los Angeles Times
The plaintiff, a Chico, Calif., woman referred to as Kaley G.M., said she became addicted to social media as a grade schooler, and charges that YouTube and Instagram were built to snare very young children and keep them hooked, despite known design flaws that made their products dangerous.
From Los Angeles Times
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