veggie

American

[vej-ee] / ˈvɛdʒ i /

Or vegie

noun

Informal.

a vegetable.
a vegetarian.

veggie British

/ ˈvɛdʒɪ /

noun

an informal word for vegetarian

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Etymology

Origin of veggie

1965–70; by shortening; see -ie

Example Sentences

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Veggie, another sea lion who was rescued the same day, did make it to Sausalito however.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 11, 2024

“It was a little sweet and smoky, and I did enjoy that flavor,” said social media and community engagement coordinator Nat Geisel of their dogs of choice: Morningstar Farms Veggie Dogs.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2024

The final three Veggie Pret stores, in London and Manchester, will switch to normal Prets by the end of this month.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2024

The therapeutic atmosphere was especially thick at Veggie Ark, a sprawling complex north of the old town that houses the vegan canteen, yoga studios, gong lessons and a dye workshop.

From New York Times • Feb. 4, 2024

If you prefer a black bean burger, Trader Joe’s Quinoa Cowboy Veggie Burger with black beans and roasted corn, and Morningstar Farms Spicy Black Bean Burger, are both winners.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 26, 2023

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