A fork of Rural Dictionary
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.
Conservative In Name Only. Often used on various Conservative web forums as a nickname for politicians that have a more liberal voting record.
John McCain has jumped ship and joined the democrats so many times it is not funny, he is a CINO.
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!