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Etymology
Pronunciation
chivito
chivito
chivo
goat
+
-ito
diminutive suffix
Chivito is a chivito, a type of Uruguayan sandwich. The word comes from chivo0 (goat0) + -ito1 (diminutive suffix1), literally meaning 'little goat', although the sandwich typically contains beef, not goat meat.
noun
  1. chivito
    A popular Uruguayan sandwich made with beef, cheese, and various toppings
    El chivito es el plato nacional de Uruguay. // The chivito is the national dish of Uruguay.
  2. kid
    A young goat
    El chivito saltaba alegremente por el campo. // The kid was happily jumping around the field.