veggie

noun

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

Examples of veggie in a Sentence

The restaurant is popular with veggies.
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Plus, cut down on prep time with this multi-purpose food chopper that can dice, julienne, grate, and slice fruit and veggies in seconds. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 July 2025 There are customizable options for chicken wings, roasted veggies, cinnamon buns and more. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025 The stalls were packed with fruits, veggies, ethnic cuisine and even morel mushrooms. Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2025 Sweet Potato Veggie Hash A slow morning treat: Roast sweet potatoes, sauté veggies, and top it all with an egg for a heartier, more filling option. Christina Manian, Health, 3 July 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 16 Jul. 2025.

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veggie

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