This is the 2902nd most frequent Japanese word.
めざし
"めざし" (mezashi): Dried sardines skewered on sticks, often grilled as food.
Here, 'めざし' refers to skewered fish, and its usage is in a culinary context.
めざしを焼くのは簡単です。
Grilling skewer fish is easy.
In this sentence, 'めざし' means aim or intention, showing its abstract meaning.
新たなめざしを持って挑戦してください。
Please take on the challenge with a new focus.
Here, 'めざし' again refers to fish, specifically describing its habitat.