mango

noun

man·​go ˈmaŋ-(ˌ)gō 

plural mangoes also mangos

1

: a tropical usually large ovoid or oblong fruit with a firm yellowish-red skin, hard central stone, and juicy aromatic pulp

also : an evergreen tree (Mangifera indica) of the cashew family that bears mangoes

2

: sweet pepper

Examples of mango in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Some infused hot sauces use mango or pineapple as a base for a sweet-and-spicy combo that’s perfect for grilling. —Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025

Another option rolls around in a few weeks at the annual Mango Festival at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, which runs July 13 and 14 and offers chances to taste (and buy) a variety of mangoes and trees as well as enjoy a mango brunch and mango cocktail tastings. —Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 8 Mar. 2025

Allowing more Indian mangoes into the U.S. costs little economically. —Ronak D. Desai, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025

This hydrating treatment is packed with pomegranate seed oil, mango butter, and coconut oil to replenish lipids, mend brittleness, and seal cuticles for added strength and shine. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 14 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Portuguese manga, probably from Malayalam māṅṅa

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for mango

• tango
• chenango
• shenango

Kids Definition

mango

noun

man·​go ˈmaŋ-gō 

plural mangoes also mangos

: a yellowish red tropical fruit with a firm skin, hard central stony seed, and juicy mildly tart pulp

also : an evergreen tree related to the cashew that bears this fruit