Gust — Defs

01 n. A sudden squall; a violent blast of wind; a sudden and brief rushing or driving of the wind.

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.” — Milton.
2.
A sudden violent burst of passion.

02 n. The sense or pleasure of tasting; relish; gusto.

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.” — Dryden.

03 v. t. To taste; to have a relish for.