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.
Recent Examples on the Web The spring rolls are great—nice and crunchy with veggies and soft from the rice paper. Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 4 Apr. 2024 Nowadays, Wienerschnitzel stores even offer vegetarian versions such as a Chicago veggie dog. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2024 Adding the veggies separately will allow all of them to fit into a large pot. Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 16 Mar. 2024 This learning toy features a market wagon that attaches to it or can be pulled with a handle, and removable shape-sorter fruits and veggies (and a credit card!). Julie Evans, Parents, 22 Mar. 2024 And Rhubarb, as in this delicious EDP from Perfumer H, is one of his favorite expressions of the tart veggie, in this case paired with red fruits, rose water, and cedar. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2024 So many of us simply throw some lettuce in a container, add a ceremonial veggie or two, swish around some dressing, and hope for the best. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 15 Mar. 2024 Note: This frittata is vegetable-forward, meaning you’re guaranteed plenty of veggies in every bite. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Mar. 2024 Add lentils, veggies, and chili crisp to the bowl and dress with your favorite vinaigrette. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024

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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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Cite this Entry

“Veggie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/veggie. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

veggie

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