gust 1
— gustless , adj.
/gust/ , n.
1. a sudden, strong blast of wind.
2. a sudden rush or burst of water, fire, smoke, sound, etc.
3. an outburst of passionate feeling.
v.i.
4. to blow or rush in gusts.
[ 1580-90; gustr a gust, akin to gjosa, gusa to gust ]
Syn. 1. See wind 1 .
gust 2
— gustable , adj. , n.
/gust/ , n.
1. Archaic. flavor or taste.
2. Obs. enjoyment or gratification.
v.t.
3. Scot. to taste; savor.
[ 1400-50; late ME gustus a tasting (of food), eating a little, akin to gustare to taste ]