Chinaman: Meaning and Definition of

Chi•na•man

1. a Chinese or a person of Chinese descent.
2. (l.c.) a person who imports or sells china.
3. (often l.c.) a person regarded as one's benefactor, sponsor, or protector: to see one's chinaman about a favor.
4. the slightest chance: He hasn't a Chinaman's chance of getting that job.