Definition of Zest
Zest
Zest


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A quality of enthusiasm and energy.

e.g. The zest of the lemon added flavor to the recipe.

(noun)
the outer part of the peel of citrus fruit that is used as flavoring;

e.g. I added some lemon zest on top of the custard.

(verb)
to scrape off the outer colored part of a fruit peel to use as flavoring;

e.g. To zest a lemon or orange.



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