veggie

Or veg·ie

[vej-ee]

noun

Informal.

1. a vegetable.

2. a vegetarian.

veggie

/ ˈvɛdʒɪ /

noun

1. an informal word for vegetarian

Word History and Origins

Origin of veggie¹

1965–70; by shortening; -ie

Example Sentences

The good grocery store can handle your pre-dinner snack spread far more gracefully than a last-minute veggie tray.

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I’ve grilled wings, veggies, burgers, kebabs — and even whole fish — over charcoal for excellent results.

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The food was chilled and reheated when needed, promising fresher veggies than ones cooked in kettles and held until served.

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My late grandmother, in particular, had a predictable, beloved spread: shrimp cocktail with horseradish-laced sauce; the supermarket veggie platter with ranch; crockpot meatballs simmered in barbecue sauce and grape jelly; salsa with Tostito’s scoops.

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TJ’s take on a classic Vietnamese dish includes minced and fried shrimp and veggies that are generously seasoned with a blend of ginger, garlic, sesame oil and lemongrass.

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