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- DictionaryRel·ish/ˈreliSH/
noun
- 1. great enjoyment: "she swigged a mouthful of wine with relish"
- 2. a condiment eaten with plain food to add flavor: "use salsa as a relish with grilled meat or fish"
verb
- 1. enjoy greatly: "he was relishing his moment of glory"
- 2. make pleasant to the taste; add relish to: archaic "I have also a novel to relish my wine"
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.
RELISH definition: 1. to like or enjoy something: 2. If you relish the idea or thought of something, you feel…. Learn more.
pleasurable appreciation of anything; liking: He has no relish for obscene jokes. Synonyms: preference, predilection, partiality, inclination, zest, gusto. Antonyms: disfavor, distaste. Cooking. something savory or appetizing added to a meal, as pickles or olives.
relish noun (SAUCE) [ C/U ] a type of sauce, usually made of vegetables cut into small pieces, vinegar, and spices, that adds flavor to food: [ U ] We have relish for the hamburgers and hot dogs.
Something that lends pleasure or zest: The fact that the opposing team is our longtime rival was an added relish to our victory. c. A keen liking for something: a relish for adventure. 2. a. A spicy or savory condiment or appetizer, such as chutney or olives. b. A condiment of chopped sweet pickles. 3.
to get great pleasure from something; to want very much to do or have something synonym enjoy. relish something to relish a challenge. to relish the chance/opportunity to do something. to relish the idea/thought of something. I don't relish the prospect of getting up early tomorrow.
noun. 1. distinctive or characteristic flavor. a relish of garlic in the stew. 2. a trace or touch ( of some quality); hint or suggestion. a relish of malice in his action. 3. an appetizing flavor; pleasing taste.
The verb relish means to enjoy something immensely. You may relish eating the relish on your hotdog, or you may relish taking an afternoon nap. The word relish has been around since the 16th century and comes to us from the French, who are pretty good at indulging and savoring.
Relish Definition. Distinctive or characteristic flavor. A relish of garlic in the stew. Pleasure; enjoyment; zest. To listen with relish. Anything that gives pleasure, zest, or enjoyment; attractive quality. Liking or craving. Showing little relish for the task.
Definition of relish noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.