— relishable , adj. — relishingly , adv.
/rel"ish/ , n.
1. liking or enjoyment of the taste of something.
2. pleasurable appreciation of anything; liking: He has no relish for obscene jokes.
3. Cookery.
a. something savory or appetizing added to a meal, as pickles or olives.
b. a sweet pickle made of various vegetables, usually chopped or minced.
c. an appetizer or hors d'oeuvre.
4. a pleasing or appetizing flavor.
5. a pleasing or enjoyable quality.
6. a taste or flavor.
7. a smack, trace, or touch of something.
v.t.
8. to take pleasure in; like; enjoy: I don't relish the long drive home.
9. to make pleasing to the taste.
10. to like the taste of.
v.i.
11. to have taste or flavor.
12. to be agreeable.
[ 1520-30; alter. of ME reles aftertaste, scent relais remainder, that left behind; see RELEASE ]
Syn. 1, 2. gusto, zest. 2. inclination, partiality, predilection, preference. 3. condiment, appetizer. 6. savor. 8. appreciate.
Ant. 1, 2. distaste, disfavor.