kino
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for kino, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A reddish resin produced by certain trees, especially some eucalypts, used in dyeing, tanning leather, and traditional medicine.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
18th century. Perhaps borrowed from Mandingo cano, or from a language of the East Indies.
Full origin of kino →Frequently asked questions
What does “kino” mean?
The word “kino” means a reddish resin produced by certain trees, especially some eucalypts, used in dyeing, tanning leather, and traditional medicine. In plain terms, depending on context, either a plant resin used for dyeing/medicine, or slang for casual physical touch.
How do you pronounce “kino”?
“Kino” is pronounced KEE-noh (/ˈkiːnəʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “kino” in a sentence?
Here is “kino” used in a sentence: “The bark oozed a dark kino that hardened in the sun.”
What part of speech is “kino”?
“Kino” is a noun.
How many meanings does “kino” have?
“Kino” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a reddish resin produced by certain trees, especially some eucalypts, used in dyeing, tanning leather, and traditional medicine.