veggie

noun

veg·​gie ˈve-jē 

variants or less commonly vegie

1

: vegetable

2

slang : vegetarian

Examples of veggie in a Sentence

The restaurant is popular with veggies.

Recent Examples on the Web

Using a Dutch oven or stock pot, throw in the veggies — no need to defrost — and cover them with water. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 12 Oct. 2026

But put a crispy Parmesan skirt on them and suddenly the humble veggie becomes the belle of the ball. — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Oct. 2026

Eco effort D’Inghilterra’s sustainability efforts stand out at Café Romano where the ingredients are local and extremely fresh—the chef likely selected the veggies in your salad from the market that morning. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Transfer the fish and foil onto a serving platter, top with sesame seeds and scallions (if using) and serve hot with steamed white rice and veggies. — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

veg(etable) entry 1 + -ie

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing veggie

• veggie burger

Rhymes for veggie

• edgy
• pledgee

Kids Definition

veggie

noun

veg·​gie ˈvej-ē 

: vegetable