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
4. 1. pleasure; enjoyment; zest to listen with relish
   2. liking or craving showing little relish for the task
5. anything that gives pleasure, zest, or enjoyment; attractive quality
6. 1. any of a variety of foods, as pickles, olives, piccalilli, or raw vegetables, served with a meal to add flavor or as an appetizer
   2. a pickled condiment, as for use on hot dogs or hamburgers, usually consisting of finely chopped pickled cucumbers with spices, sugar, vinegar, etc.

Etymology: ME reles < OFr relais, something remaining < relaisser: see release

transitive verb

1. Now Rare to give flavor
2. to enjoy; like

intransitive verb

1. to taste or have the flavor (of something)
2. to have a pleasing taste