mango

noun

man·go | \ ˈmaŋ-(ˌ)gō

plural mangoes also mangos

Definition of mango

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 Millie Peartree uses mango to add a welcome sweetness to a standard barbecue side. — New York Times, 20 July 2022 In India, the mango is known as the king of fruits. — Vibhuti Agarwal, WSJ, 18 June 2022 Flavors include raspberry acai, peach mango green tea and more. — Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Cdn, Nasm-cpt, Good Housekeeping, 10 June 2022 Add the pureed mango to the pan and stir to combine. — Michael A. Gardiner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2022 Contents include a mix of 16 milk and dark chocolates with creative flavors such as potato chip, totally tango mango, and cheeky cheeky churro. — Jaimie Potters, Harper's BAZAAR, 7 June 2022 With her hair long and loose down her back, she was shown eating a mango while wearing a red and orange, sequined bikini top and a tiny gold-lamé miniskirt, over which her belly prominently loomed. — The New Yorker, 30 Apr. 2022 This refreshing, no-cook dessert is all about the mango, showcasing the fruit’s vibrant color, tropical flavor and inherent sweetness, while embellishing it just enough to make for an extra-special treat. — Washington Post, 31 Mar. 2022 Turn the mango around and repeat on the opposite side. — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 28 Feb. 2022 See More

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