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

It’s given me a community of like-minded people who share their healthy harvests of mangoes, greens, avocados, fresh eggs, and venison. —Julia Ries, Outside Online, 17 Oct. 2024

Fruits like berries and mangoes add extra sweetness and are a source of complex carbs, fiber, and antioxidants. —Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Ld, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024

Xavier eating mango with his hands on a brief work break. —Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024

Foods rich in vitamin A include milk, peppers, mangos, and cantaloupe. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 21 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Portuguese manga, probably from Malayalam māṅṅa

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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