relish
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Noun — Great enjoyment or enthusiasm, especially in doing something.
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Etymology
A variant of release, originally meaning "taste" or "scent" in Middle English, ultimately from Latin relaxare.
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What does “relish” mean?
The word “relish” means great enjoyment or enthusiasm, especially in doing something. In plain terms, to take real pleasure in something — or, as a food, a tangy pickled condiment.
How do you pronounce “relish”?
“Relish” is pronounced REH-lihsh (/ˈɹɛlɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “relish” in a sentence?
Here is “relish” used in a sentence: “She tackled the challenge with obvious relish.”
What part of speech is “relish”?
Depending on how it is used, “relish” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “relish” come from?
The word “relish” comes from Latin. A variant of release, originally meaning "taste" or "scent" in Middle English, ultimately from Latin relaxare.
Is “relish” a common word?
“Relish” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “relish” have?
“Relish” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: great enjoyment or enthusiasm, especially in doing something.