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zest

The correct spelling is zest.

How to pronounce zest

/zɛst/
noun

IPA: /zɛst/

Say it like: Zes-t

The correct spelling is zest. The outer skin of a citrus fruit, used as a flavouring or garnish. For example: "The orange zest gives the strong flavor in this dish."

Usage Examples

The orange zest gives the strong flavor in this dish.

I add zest to the meat by rubbing it with a spice mixture before grilling.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The outer skin of a citrus fruit, used as a flavouring or garnish.
  2. 2.General vibrance of flavour.
  3. 3.(by extension) Enthusiasm; keen enjoyment; relish; gusto.
  4. 4.The woody, thick skin enclosing the kernel of a walnut.

verb

  1. 1.To scrape the zest from a fruit.
  2. 2.To make more zesty.

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