mayo

noun

ˈmā-(ˌ)ō 

: mayonnaise

Examples of mayo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This recipe is proof that mayo makes the perfect partner to chocolate for a to-die-for dessert. —Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 14 July 2024

The best sandwich is the Paradigm, made with spicy soppressata, mozzarella, homemade spicy tomato vinaigrette, mayo, arugula and roasted peppers, all served on the focaccia. —Jolan Kruse, Journal Sentinel, 17 Aug. 2024

Pickled ingredients add a welcome dose of tanginess and acidity, while cucumbers add a refreshing crunch to balance out all that mayo. Presto! —Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2024

Flip the bread, mayo side down, and add sliced or shredded (or both!) cheese. —Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1960, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing mayo

• hold the mayo

Geographical Definition

Mayo

geographical name

1

ˈmī-(ˌ)ō  river 250 miles (402 kilometers) long in the northwestern Mexico state of Sonora flowing southwest into the Gulf of California

2

ˈmā-(ˌ)ō  county of northwestern Ireland on the Atlantic in Connacht; capital Castlebar area 2084 square miles (5418 square kilometers), population 130,638

Biographical Definition

Mayo

biographical name

ˈmā-(ˌ)ō 

Charles Horace 1865–1939 and his brother William James 1861–1939 American surgeons