[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