cashew
noun
cash·ew
ˈka-(ˌ)shü 
kə-ˈshü
: a tropical American tree (Anacardium occidentale of the family Anacardiaceae, the cashew family) grown for a phenolic oil and the edible kernel of its nut and for a gum from its stem
also
: cashew nut
Examples of cashew in a Sentence
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Slivered almonds, whole pine nuts and chopped walnuts, pecans and cashews add great flavor and crunch.
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Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 16 May 2024
The foods highest in magnesium include seeds, nuts (especially almonds and cashews), beans, leafy greens, soy products (tofu, edamame), and whole grains.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 15 May 2024
Choose from sleek cashew, dark honey, or day-brightening lime green.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2024
Chicken Yakisoba Noodles, grilled chicken thigh, wok seared vegetables, sesame garlic sauce, roasted cashew.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 2 May 2024
Today, non-dairy drinkers have their pick of the litter, including the ever-popular oat milk and other options like pea, hemp, cashew and even banana milk.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2024
In March, the grocer recalled cashews sold in 16 states.
—Elizabeth Chuck, NBC News, 18 Apr. 2024
The soup is rich and creamy thanks to the cashews that get simmered until soft, and pureed along with the carrots, onion, garlic and ginger.
—Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
The cashews were sold at Trader Joe's stores in 16 states, and can be identified with specific lot numbers and best by dates.
—Julia Landwehr, Health, 19 Mar. 2024
Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 16 May 2024
The foods highest in magnesium include seeds, nuts (especially almonds and cashews), beans, leafy greens, soy products (tofu, edamame), and whole grains.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 15 May 2024
Choose from sleek cashew, dark honey, or day-brightening lime green.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2024
Chicken Yakisoba Noodles, grilled chicken thigh, wok seared vegetables, sesame garlic sauce, roasted cashew.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 2 May 2024
Today, non-dairy drinkers have their pick of the litter, including the ever-popular oat milk and other options like pea, hemp, cashew and even banana milk.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2024
In March, the grocer recalled cashews sold in 16 states.
—Elizabeth Chuck, NBC News, 18 Apr. 2024
The soup is rich and creamy thanks to the cashews that get simmered until soft, and pureed along with the carrots, onion, garlic and ginger.
—Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
The cashews were sold at Trader Joe's stores in 16 states, and can be identified with specific lot numbers and best by dates.
—Julia Landwehr, Health, 19 Mar. 2024
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“Cashew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cashew. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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