veggie

noun

veg·​gie ˈve-jē How to pronounce veggie (audio)
variants or less commonly vegie
1
2
slang : vegetarian

Examples of veggie in a Sentence

The restaurant is popular with veggies.
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The curry veggie patty is a decadent vegetarian option. Marc Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025 Perfect as is, or they can be dressed up with additional meat like bacon or sausage and veggies like onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025 Pork Rib Patty, whole grain roll, four-way mixed veggies, tropical fruit, milk. Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025 Serve alongside crusty bread and your favorite veggie. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for veggie

Word History

Etymology

veg(etable) entry 1 + -ie

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of veggie was in 1955

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“Veggie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/veggie. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

veggie

noun
veg·​gie ˈvej-ē How to pronounce veggie (audio)
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