I. rel ‧ ish 1 /ˈrelɪʃ/ BrE AmE verb [transitive]
to enjoy an experience or the thought of something that is going to happen
relish the prospect/thought/idea
I don’t relish the thought of you walking home alone.
relish the chance/opportunity
He relishes the chance to play Hamlet.
II. relish 2 BrE AmE noun
[ Date: 1500-1600 ; Language: Old French ; Origin: reles 'something left behind' , from relessier ; ⇨ ↑ release 1 ]
1 . [uncountable] great enjoyment of something
with relish
I ate with great relish, enjoying every bite.
2 . [uncountable and countable] a thick spicy sauce made from fruits or vegetables, and usually eaten with meat:
a hot dog with mustard and relish