RELISH


Meaning of RELISH in English

[rel.ish] n [alter. of ME reles taste, fr. OF, something left behind, release, fr. relessier to release] (1530) 1: characteristic flavor; esp: pleasing or zestful flavor

2: a quantity just sufficient to flavor or characterize: trace 3 a: enjoyment of or delight in something that satisfies one's tastes, inclinations, or desires "eat with great ~" b: a strong liking: inclination "has little ~ for sports"

4. a: something adding a zestful flavor; esp: a condiment (as of pickles or green tomatoes) eaten with other food to add flavor b: appetizer, hors d'oeuvre

[2]relish vt (1586) 1: to add relish to

2: to be pleased or gratified by: enjoy

3: to eat or drink with pleasure

4: to appreciate with taste and discernment ~ vi: to have a characteristic or pleasing taste -- rel.ish.able adj

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