veggie

noun

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

Examples of veggie in a Sentence

The restaurant is popular with veggies.
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It can be enjoyed with chips, veggies, or crackers. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 12 June 2025 Crafted in small batches and ready to use, this marinade is perfect for grilling, dipping or glazing meats and veggies. Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025 They’re also made with a veggie flour containing butternut squash and red beans, so gluten-free folks can get in on the action. Erica Sloan, SELF, 10 June 2025 Establishment happens in as little as 2-4 weeks for your veggie starts and other annuals. Heather Zidack, Hartford Courant, 7 June 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 18 Jun. 2025.

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veggie

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