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Veg

Verb Another word for veg — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Veg is a slang term used for vegetables, particularly the ones that are eaten raw or cooked without meat.

Synonyms & similar words

vegetable veggie vegetables greens produce herbs plants crops garden salad lettuce spinach kale cabbage carrots tomatoes peppers onions potatoes broccoli cauliflower asparagus

Synonyms by register

Formal

vegetable matter plant-based food produce

Informal

greens veggies produce

Literary

herbaceous bounty garden's yield

Antonyms

animal meat flesh carnivore predator hunter

Common collocations

  • eat your veg
  • fresh veg
  • organic veg
  • root veg
  • leafy veg
  • seasonal veg
  • frozen veg

Word family

noun vegetable
verb vegetate
adjective vegetative

Usage note

While 'veg' is a common informal shortening of 'vegetable', it is primarily used in British English. In American English, 'veggies' is more common for informal use.

Example sentences

  1. I always add some veg to my sandwich.
  2. My mom cooked a delicious stir-fry with lots of veg.
  3. I don't like eating meat, so I eat lots of veg instead.
  4. I grow my own veg in my backyard.
  5. I need to buy some more veg for tonight's dinner.

Quotes

  • I'm a veggie. I love animals, so why would I want to eat them? - Leona Lewis
  • I'm a big fan of veg and love experimenting with different flavors and textures. - Ella Woodward
  • Growing your own veg is one of the most rewarding things you can do. - Monty Don

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