Meaning of the word zest in English

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zest

US /zest/

UK /zest/

great enthusiasm and energy

Example:

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She approached life with a remarkable zest.

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His performance lacked zest and energy.

Synonym:

enthusiasm gusto relish vigor animation

the outer colored part of the peel of a citrus fruit, used as flavoring

Example:

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Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cake batter.

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Orange zest can enhance the flavor of many dishes.

Synonym:

peel rind grated peel

scrape off the outer colored part of the peel of (a citrus fruit) for flavoring

Example:

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She carefully zested the lime for the cocktail.

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Remember to wash the orange before you zest it.

Synonym:

grate peel shred

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