relish

//ˈrɛlɪʃ//
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Noun

relishSingular
relishesPlural
1

Great enjoyment or pleasure derived from something.

She ate the cake with great relish.

2

A condiment made from chopped pickled vegetables, typically served with food to add flavor.

I always put relish on my hot dog.

3

A distinctive taste or flavor that makes something appealing.

The fresh herbs added a special relish to the dish.

Verb

relishInfinitive
relishPresent tense
relishedPast tense
relishedPast participle
relishingPresent participle
relishesThird-person singular
1

To enjoy or take great pleasure in something.

She relishes every moment of her vacation.

2

To anticipate with pleasure or look forward to something eagerly.

I relish the thought of seeing my old friends at the reunion.