Meaning of the word tamarillo in English

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tamarillo

US /ˌtæm.əˈrɪl.oʊ/
UK /ˌtæm.əˈrɪl.əʊ/
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Noun

an ovoid, edible, usually red or yellow fruit with a tart, tangy flavor, grown on a small tree native to the Andes of South America

Example:
The chef used tamarillo to make a unique salsa.
I enjoy the slightly tart taste of tamarillo in my smoothie.