Meaning of the word pimento in English

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pimento

US /pɪˈmɛntoʊ/
UK /pɪˈmɛntəʊ/

Noun

a type of large, red, mild-flavored pepper, often used for stuffing olives or as a garnish

Example:
The olives were stuffed with bright red pimento.
I added some chopped pimento to the salad for extra flavor and color.