mango
/'mæɳgou/
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Definition
- 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
- large oval tropical fruit having smooth skin, juicy aromatic pulp, and a large hairy seed
- large evergreen tropical tree cultivated for its large oval fruit