chivito

English

Etymology

From Spanish chivito, diminutive of chivo (“goat”).

Noun

chivito (plural chivitos)

  1. A Uruguayan sandwich made with filet mignon, mozzarella, tomatoes, mayonnaise, olives, eggs, etc.

Spanish

Etymology

chivo (“goat”) +‎ -ito (diminutive suffix)

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /t͡ʃiˈbito/ [t͡ʃiˈβ̞i.t̪o]
  • Rhymes: -ito
  • Syllabification: chi‧vi‧to

Noun

chivito m (plural chivitos)

  1. Diminutive of chivo (“little goat”)
  2. (Uruguay) chivito, a Uruguayan sandwich

Derived terms
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