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

The mangoes were always sweeter there, and the avocados were always bigger. —Silvia Hernandez, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026

Our Top Korean Makeup As with skin care, Korean makeup products are often formulated with hydrating ingredients (such as hyaluronic acid, mango seed butter, and more) for a healthy, lit-from-within glow. —Sarah Han, Allure, 19 Mar. 2026

With spring on the horizon, Sprite is introducing a zesty new flavor with hints of mango. —Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026

Participants eating mango and avocados also consumed more fiber, vitamin C, and other healthy fats overall. —Currie Engel, Health, 12 Mar. 2026

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