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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Le Creuset is beloved for its durable cookware that can last for decades when properly cared for, and this go-to staple is ready to transform tough cuts of meats into tender dishes and sautee seasonal veggies to perfection for years to come. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025 From there, hog jowl can be sliced like bacon for crisping, diced to season veggies or beans, or left whole to deepen the flavor of soups, beans, and greens. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025 Use it as a cooking ingredient by adding Himalayan salt to meats, veggies, soups, and stews in moderation for flavor purposes. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 25 Dec. 2025 What should parents and families keep in mind when balancing veggies and proteins for their holiday spreads? Yolande Clark-Jackson, Parents, 23 Dec. 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 28 Dec. 2025.

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veggie

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