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
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The next few days were spent enjoying fresh pomelos and mangoes, feasting with a local family who served them goat (a Marquesan specialty), snorkeling on colorful reefs and hiking in the otherworldly landscapes.
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Terry Ward, CNN Money, 25 July 2025
The palate features a brisk acidity, showcasing tropical fruit flavors of mango and passionfruit, accompanied by layered crisp green apple and herbal tones.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Apples, blueberries, oranges and mangoes are also on the safe list for dogs.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Keep in mind, mangoes do have a higher carb and sugar content, so they should only be given out in moderation.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 12 July 2025
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Terry Ward, CNN Money, 25 July 2025
The palate features a brisk acidity, showcasing tropical fruit flavors of mango and passionfruit, accompanied by layered crisp green apple and herbal tones.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Apples, blueberries, oranges and mangoes are also on the safe list for dogs.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Keep in mind, mangoes do have a higher carb and sugar content, so they should only be given out in moderation.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 12 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for mango
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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
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