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
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Nuts While pecans and peanuts are grown in the United States, nuts like cashews, pine nuts, macadamias, and Brazil nuts are mostly imported.
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Erica Gerald Mason, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Nuts and seeds Nuts — such as almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecans and cashews — have between about 3 and 6 grams of protein per 1-ounce serving.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Leafy greens such as spinach and kale are excellent sources of magnesium, along with nuts and seeds, particularly almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Try pairing cashews with dark chocolate and dried cherries for a sweet yet healthy snack.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 17 Mar. 2025
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Erica Gerald Mason, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Nuts and seeds Nuts — such as almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecans and cashews — have between about 3 and 6 grams of protein per 1-ounce serving.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Leafy greens such as spinach and kale are excellent sources of magnesium, along with nuts and seeds, particularly almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Try pairing cashews with dark chocolate and dried cherries for a sweet yet healthy snack.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 17 Mar. 2025
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“Cashew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cashew. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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