Can relish be used as a verb? The verb relish means to enjoy something immensely. You may relish eating the relish on your hotdog, or you may relish taking an afternoon nap. The word relish has been around since the 16th century and comes to us from the French, who are pretty good at indulging and savoring. What does it mean to relish in something? liking or enjoyment of the taste of something...