zest

Meanings

• noun

  The outer layer of a citrus fruit, typically rich in essential oils and used to add flavor.

  - "The zest of a lemon adds a nice flavor to the cake."
  - "I added a teaspoon of zest to the guacamole."

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Pronunciation

1. /zɛst/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1449512"

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Synonyms

gusto , relish , punch , spice , tang , zing

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with zest
mest , quest , pest , west

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Variants

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zest , zestful , zestfully , zestfulness , zestfulnesses , zestless , zests , zest for life

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Etymology

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From Old French zeste, from Latin zestum, from zestare ‘to prepare, decorate, or ornament with strips or shreds of citrus rind.’

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Trivia

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1. Zest is rich in limonoids, which have been shown to have antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.

2. The essential oils in zest are volatile, meaning they evaporate easily and release their aroma when heated or exposed to air.

3. Zest is often used in perfumes and fragrances due to its strong, pleasant scent.

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Related Concepts

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1. Citrus zest: The outer layer of a citrus fruit, rich in essential oils and used to add flavor.

2. Lemon zest: The outer layer of a lemon, rich in essential oils and used to add flavor.

3. Orange zest: The outer layer of an orange, rich in essential oils and used to add flavor.

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Culture

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Zest is commonly used in cooking and baking to add flavor to dishes. It is often used as a garnish or in marinades and sauces. In literature, zest is sometimes used metaphorically to describe a lively or spirited attitude.

How to Memorize "zest"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the bright yellow or orange outer layer of a citrus fruit. Visualize the small, thin strips of zest that are often used in cooking and baking.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'zest' with the bright, flavorful outer layer of a citrus fruit. Remember that it is used to add flavor to dishes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Zip Up Every Sweet Treat' to remember that zest is used to add flavor to sweet treats.

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