Christian in name only; refers to Christians who use religion to justify prejudice and selfishness rather than the actual message taught by Jesus.
CINOs have called for the religious freedom so they don't have to bake cakes for gay weddings. CINOs have elected politicians to cut food stamp benefits.
by coololdlady451 January 8, 2015

by cinos11 April 24, 2010

Conservative In Name Only. Often used on various Conservative web forums as a nickname for politicians that have a more liberal voting record.
by LowOiL February 8, 2014

by Ghrof December 26, 2020

An acchronym meaning “Christian’s In Name Only” Used to describe politicians who deceive their religious base as part of power play.
So what if I separate children from their mothers and lock them in cages, I am a CINO and people are dumb enough to think I am a real Christian because I tweet scriptures daily!
by QueenOfAngels December 25, 2020

