cashew

noun

cash·​ew ˈka-(ˌ)shü 

kə-ˈshü

: a tropical American tree (Anacardium occidentale of the family Anacardiaceae, the cashew family) grown for a phenolic oil and the edible kernel of its nut and for a gum from its stem

also : cashew nut

Examples of cashew in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tree nuts include almonds, cashews, peanuts, and more.6 Some of the most common food allergies include cow's milk, eggs, and peanuts. —Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Health, 13 July 2024

Peppery arugula tops a creamy cashew base that mimics a decadent cheese, studded with fresh, juicy figs. —Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 3 July 2024

This is topped with a fried egg or half of an avocado sliced, drizzled with cashew tzatziki sauce and served with home fries. —Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 2 July 2024

As a call to prayer fills the air, Mr. Newlands rises from his spot under the cashew tree and walks toward a nearby mosque. —Ayen Deng Bior, The Christian Science Monitor, 28 June 2024

Word History

Etymology

Portuguese cajú, acajú, from Tupi akajú

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cashew

• cashew nut

Kids Definition

cashew

noun

ca·​shew

ˈkash-ü,

kə-ˈshü

: an edible nut that is shaped like a kidney and comes from a tropical American tree that is related to the sumacs

also : the tree that produces cashews