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

Green veggies that are high in fiber include broccoli and Brussels sprouts (3 to 4 grams per cup). — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026

In addition to knowing what fruits and veggies to keep away from one another, keeping your produce stored at cooler temperatures is helpful for prolonging your food as well. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2026

Sprinkle the spice mixture over the veggies, drizzle with the avocado oil, and toss to coat. — ABC News, 26 Aug. 2026

Seventy-five grams equates to a half-cup of cooked legumes or cooked cruciferous veggies. — Paul McClure 23, New Atlas, 23 Aug. 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