First Known Use: 1530
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1relish
noun rel·ish \ˈre-lish\
: a seasoned sauce that is used to add flavor to other foods and that is made of chopped fruit or vegetables; especially : such a sauce made from pickles
: enjoyment of or delight in something
: a feeling of liking something
Full Definition of RELISH
1
: characteristic flavor; especially : 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 relish> b : a strong liking : inclination <has little relish for sports>
4
a : something adding a zestful flavor; especially : a condiment (as of pickles or green tomatoes) eaten with other food to add flavor b : appetizer, hors d'oeuvre
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Origin of RELISH
alteration of Middle English reles odor, taste, from Middle French, something left behind, release — more at release
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2relish
verb
: to enjoy or take pleasure in (something)
Full Definition of RELISH
transitive verb
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
intransitive verb
: to have a characteristic or pleasing taste
— rel·ish·able \ˈre-li-shə-bəl\ adjective
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First Known Use of RELISH
1586
Related to RELISH
- Synonyms
- adore, delight (in), dig, fancy, get off (on), groove (on), like, love, rejoice (in), enjoy, revel (in), savor (also savour)
RELISHABLE Defined for Kids
1relish
noun rel·ish \ˈre-lish\
Definition of RELISH for Kids
1
: great enjoyment <He plays the game with relish.>
2
: a highly seasoned food eaten with other food to add flavor
2relish
verb
rel·ishedrel·ish·ing
Definition of RELISH for Kids
1
: to be pleased by : enjoy <She relishes the attention she's been getting.>
2
: to like the taste of
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