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
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Consumers who have purchased the product and have an almond and/or cashew allergy are encouraged to return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
Nuts Brazil nuts, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, and peanuts are calorie- and nutrient-dense additions to a weight gain eating plan.
—Kayla Girgen, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2025
Let soak for 5 minutes, then transfer the cashews and water to a blender and puree until smooth.
5: To the paneer mixture, add the coriander, cumin, chili powder and turmeric, and cook, stirring, until the flavors meld, about 2 minutes.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025
Nuts While pecans and peanuts are grown in the United States, nuts like cashews, pine nuts, macadamias, and Brazil nuts are mostly imported.
—Erica Gerald Mason, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
Nuts Brazil nuts, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, and peanuts are calorie- and nutrient-dense additions to a weight gain eating plan.
—Kayla Girgen, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2025
Let soak for 5 minutes, then transfer the cashews and water to a blender and puree until smooth.
5: To the paneer mixture, add the coriander, cumin, chili powder and turmeric, and cook, stirring, until the flavors meld, about 2 minutes.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025
Nuts While pecans and peanuts are grown in the United States, nuts like cashews, pine nuts, macadamias, and Brazil nuts are mostly imported.
—Erica Gerald Mason, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cashew
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“Cashew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cashew. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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