relish

Definition

A condiment made from chopped pickled vegetables (usually cucumbers) that you either love or scrape off your hotdog in disgust. Beyond the culinary meaning, it's also the enthusiastic enjoyment or appreciation of something, like how you relish proving someone wrong. Either way, it adds flavor—to food or to life.

Example Usage

Marcus ate his burger with relish, and also with relish, enjoying both the condiment and the experience.

Source: Culinary terminology

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