Zest (?), n. [F. zeste, probably fr. L. schistos split, cleft, divided, Gr. &unr_;, from &unr_; to split, cleave. Cf. Schism.]
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1. A piece of orange or lemon peel, or the aromatic oil which may be squeezed from such peel, used to give flavor to liquor, etc.
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2. Hence, something that gives or enhances a pleasant taste, or the taste itself; an appetizer; also, keen enjoyment; relish; gusto.
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Almighty Vanity! to thee they owe
Their zest of pleasure, and their balm of woe. Young.
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Liberality of disposition and conduct gives the highest zest and relish to social intercourse. Gogan.
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3. The woody, thick skin inclosing the kernel of a walnut. [Obs.]
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