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December 08, 2021 Word of the Day

relish /ˈrɛlɪʃ/ noun
relish
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
noun

plural relishes

A hot dog with relish on top
A hot dog with relish on top
Definition of RELISH

1 [count, noncount] : a seasoned sauce that is used to add flavor to other foods and that is made of chopped fruit or vegetables

  • mango relish

especially : such a sauce made from pickles

  • I like to eat hot dogs with mustard and relish.

2 a [noncount] : enjoyment of or delight in something

  • She plays the role with great relish.

  • He took particular relish in pointing out my error.

2 b [singular] : a feeling of liking something

  • He showed little relish for the job. [=he did not like the job]

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