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

Once pepper is cool enough to handle, remove skin, dice, and add to the mango mixture. —Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 5 July 2025

The cumin, lime juice and mango create the flavor, and the mango also provides the right amount of moisture that holds everything together. —Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 3 July 2025

De Nada offers both frozen and on-the-rocks options, along with seasonal marg options like the mango and strawberry flavors. —Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025

Tequila Mango Chili – Pureed mango, a touch of blanco tequila, and a whisper of chili heat. —Emily Price, Forbes.com, 1 July 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