Definition & Meaning of "RINO"

What does rino mean? View the definition of rino and all related slang terms containing rino below:

rino :
republican in name only

Usage of RINO

The term "RINO" stands for "Republican in Name Only". It is a derogatory term used to describe politicians who are members of the Republican Party but do not hold traditional conservative values, such as supporting limited government, lower taxes, and individual freedom. These politicians are often viewed as being more moderate or even liberal in their beliefs, and are criticized for not truly representing the Republican Party.

Examples of RINO used in texting:
1. "I can't believe Senator Smith voted for that liberal bill. He's such a RINO."
2. "I used to support Congressman Johnson, but he's turned into a complete RINO."
3. "The Republican Party needs to get rid of all these rinos if they want to win back the trust of their base."
 

Slang Terms & Acronyms containing "rino"

rino :
republican in name only


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