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

And mango, papaya, avocado, poke, and açaí bowls become the staples of my diet. —Jen Murphy, Outside, 1 Feb. 2026

This one has yuzu juice, plus mango and pineapple puree, for a not-too-sweet zingy flavor. —Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Jan. 2026

Rim your glass with Maldon Salt before serving—and don’t forget to garnish it with a slice of mango. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2026

Rich in cupuacu and mango seed butters, the detangler is an ultra-hydrating formula with a high level of slip. —Essence, 28 Jan. 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