pinto

word

Definition

A 'pinto' is a horse with large patches of white and another color, or a type of spotted bean called a pinto bean.

Usage & Nuances

In English, 'pinto' is mostly used for describing horses or the familiar 'pinto bean'. It can sometimes refer to other animals with spotted patterns but is rare outside these contexts. Don't confuse 'pinto' with 'paint' (another horse color, but with breed-specific use).

Example Sentences

My neighbor owns a beautiful pinto horse.

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We made chili with pinto beans for dinner.

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A pinto horse has large white and colored patches.

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He loves riding his old pinto along the country roads.

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Can you find any pinto beans in the pantry?

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That wild pinto looked amazing running across the field.

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