veggie

noun

veg·​gie ˈve-jē How to pronounce veggie (audio)
variants or less commonly vegie
1
: vegetable
2
slang : vegetarian

Examples of veggie in a Sentence

The restaurant is popular with veggies.
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Store Fresh Produce and Salads in Jars Speaking of prepping produce, Costello always makes sure to wash and cut up fresh fruit and veggies for meals and snacking. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2026 This is when crops have recovered from the summer heat from the day before and your veggies will be the juiciest and sweetest. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2026 Its endless build-your-own combinations allow customers to select from an extensive list of crusts, cheeses, proteins, sauces, veggies, spices and post-bake glazes and drizzles. — Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026 Steamed rice bowls topped with chicken, beef, salmon, shrimp or veggies. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Aug. 2026 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

Phrases Containing veggie

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“Veggie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/veggie. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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