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

According to Starbucks, the drink features a sweet-and-tart blend of creamy mango flavors, tangy blue drizzle, whipped cream and pink and blue topping. — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2026

This blend goes the extra mile with chunks of coconut cream and a mango-passionfruit purée. — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026

The taco itself is then filled with seasoned beef, spicy ranch, lettuce, shredded cheddar and a fresh mango salsa. — Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Learn how these edible peels may offer health benefits, as well as how some products, like mango skin, can present risks. — Lauren Manaker Ms, Verywell Health, 11 Aug. 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