zest

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Definitions

n.

Enthusiastic enjoyment and energy; also, the grated outer peel of a citrus fruit used for flavouring

热情,兴致;(柑橘类水果的)果皮屑

v.

To scrape the outer peel from a citrus fruit for use as flavouring

刮取(柑橘类水果的)果皮屑

🧩 Root Breakdown

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Example Sentences

  • 1.

    He ate his meal with such zest that everyone could see his enjoyment.

  • 2.

    Add the lemon zest to the frosting for a bright citrus flavor.

  • 3.

    The travelers approached their adventures with infectious zest.

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