relish

UK
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
US
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/

Translations

relishnoun
relishes
pl
UK
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
US
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
She ate the dessert with great relish.
Она ела десерт с большим наслаждением.
He added some relish to his sandwich.
Он добавил немного приправы в свой сэндвич.
Additional translations
relishverb
relished
Past Simple
relished
Past Participle
relishing
Gerund
UK
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
US
/ˈrɛlɪʃ/
Synonyms
luxuriate in
bask in
take pleasure in
revel in
delight in
relishadjective
Used only attributively and is generally not gradable.

Definitions

relishnoun
A condiment or sauce made from pickled or chopped vegetables or fruits, typically used to enhance the flavor of food.
She added a spoonful of relish to her hot dog for extra flavor.
Great enjoyment or delight in something.
He listened to the music with great relish, tapping his feet to the rhythm.
A food, such as pickles, olives, or celery sticks, served as an appetizer or side dish to stimulate the appetite.
The relish tray featured an assortment of olives and pickled vegetables.
A distinctive or appetizing flavor; a hint or trace of something that can be tasted or perceived.
The stew had a relish of rosemary that lingered on the palate.
relishverb
To take great pleasure or delight in something.
She relished the chance to travel abroad.
To anticipate or look forward to something with enthusiasm.
He relishes the prospect of competing in the finals.
To enjoy the flavor of (food or drink); to taste appreciatively.
He relished the soup, savoring every spoonful.
To add relish or flavor to (a dish); to season.
The chef relished the salad with a tangy herb dressing.
relishadjective
Relating to, containing, or intended for relish (used before a noun).
They served the burgers with a relish platter.