Definition

1. Noun:
   • A large oval tropical fruit: A mango is a large, typically oval-shaped fruit from tropical regions. It has smooth skin that can be green, yellow, orange, or red, juicy and aromatic pulp, and a single large, hairy seed (stone) in the center.
   • A large evergreen tropical tree: A mango is also the name of the evergreen tree (Mangifera indica) that produces this fruit. It is cultivated in tropical climates for its fruit.

Usage Examples

• Noun (Fruit):
  • She ate a ripe mango for breakfast.
  • The smoothie is made with fresh mango and yogurt.
• Noun (Tree):
  • The old mango in the backyard provides shade.
  • They planted several mangoes on their farm.

Advanced Usage

• Collective/Uncountable Use: "Mango" can be used as an uncountable noun when referring to the fruit as a substance or flavor.
  • This dessert has a strong taste of mango.
  • I added some diced mango to the salad.

Variants and Related Words

• Mangoes (n): The standard plural form of the fruit or tree.
  • We bought three mangoes from the market.
• Mangos (n): An accepted, less common plural form.
• Mango chutney (n phrase): A condiment made from mangoes, sugar, vinegar, and spices.
• Mango wood (n phrase): The timber from the mango tree, used in furniture.

Synonyms

• Fruit: While not a direct synonym, in context, it can be categorized as a "tropical fruit" or "stone fruit."
• Tree: It can be referred to generally as a "fruit tree" or specifically by its botanical name, .

Related Phrases

• Mango season: The time of year when mangoes are harvested and most abundant.
  • I look forward to mango season every summer.
• Green mango: An unripe mango, often used in savory dishes or pickles.
  • The salad is made with shredded green mango.

Noun

1. large oval tropical fruit having smooth skin, juicy aromatic pulp, and a large hairy seed
2. large evergreen tropical tree cultivated for its large oval fruit