Gust

n.	1.	A sudden squall; a violent blast of wind; a sudden and brief rushing or driving of the wind. Snow, and hail, stormy gust and flaw.
	2.	A sudden violent burst of passion.
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	1.	The sense or pleasure of tasting; relish; gusto. An ox will relish the tender flesh of kids with as much gust and appetite. - Jer. Taylor.
	2.	Gratification of any kind, particularly that which is exquisitely relished; enjoyment. Destroy all creatures for thy sport or gust. - Pope.
	3.	Intellectual taste; fancy. A choice of it may be made according to the gust and manner of the ancients.
v. t.	1.	To taste; to have a relish for.

Noun

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gust - a strong current of air; "the tree was bent almost double by the gust" Synonyms: blast, blow

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