Gust, n. [L. gustus; cf. It. & Sp. gusto. √46.]
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.