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

Costco offers great deals on loads of bulk nuts, including cashews, walnuts, mixed nuts, and more, and any are perfect for throwing into salads or topping desserts. —Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025

Official tasting notes list aromas of hazelnut, cashew, and strawberry soda on the nose, followed by peanut brittle, pumpkin seed, pecan, and red velvet cake on the palate. —Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 26 June 2025

Almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, cashews, and Brazil nuts all have anti-stress properties, thanks to their combination of good fats, magnesium, B vitamins, and antioxidants. —Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 23 June 2025

Rich and complex wine with aromas of honey, cashews, myrtle and lime. —Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Portuguese cajú, acajú, from Tupi akajú

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cashew

• cashew nut

Rhymes for cashew

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou

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