veggie

noun

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

Examples of veggie in a Sentence

The restaurant is popular with veggies.
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The Midwest meets Italy in this perennial favorite casserole that's loaded with ground beef, Italian sausage, veggies, and two kinds of cheese. Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Nov. 2025 But there are only so many veggie-protein combos in the world, so staying creative is imperative to prevent burnout. The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025 Mama said to bring a veggie side dish. Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2025 Blend them into fruit or veggie smoothies for a protein boost. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 6 Nov. 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 11 Nov. 2025.

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veggie

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