The plural of chico, a Spanish word for boys or young men, often used informally in English in regions with Spanish influence.
From Spanish 'chico' meaning boy or small male, derived from Latin 'ciccus' (small). The '-s' pluralizes the Spanish term in English usage.
The word 'chico' has interesting staying power in English—it's one of the few Spanish words we use regularly even in all-English contexts, similar to how we say 'amigos' instead of 'friends,' suggesting Spanish culture deeply influenced American English.
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