plural veg
chiefly British

Examples of veg in a Sentence

Would you like some veg?
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Both natives of Argentina with Jewish roots, the Schors run a restaurant called Beba with a particular affinity for offal (organ meats) and a surprisingly light touch with creative veg dishes that change seasonally. — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026 Mushrooms are an underrated ingredient in Indian cooking, and this creamy masala puts the earthy veg front and center. — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026 Butternut Squash Tacos with Chorizo This fall dinner recipe is one of our favorites for boosting the veg-factor of taco night without totally sacrificing meaty flavor. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 28 Aug. 2026 Toss until evenly coated, then spread the veg into a single layer. — ABC News, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for veg

Word History

Etymology

by shortening

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of veg was in 1918

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“Veg.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/veg. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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