veg
3 synonyms for veg, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Short for "vegetable" or "vegetables," especially in British English.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
veggie
vegie
How to use veg
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
veg out
meat and veg
Very informal; common in British English for vegetables ("veg" as in meat and veg).
Etymology
A clipped, informal form of "vegetable," "vegetarian," or "vegetate."
Full origin of veg →Frequently asked questions
What does “veg” mean?
The word “veg” means short for "vegetable" or "vegetables," especially in British English. In plain terms, a short, casual word for vegetables, or for lazing around doing nothing.
How do you pronounce “veg”?
“Veg” is pronounced vehj (/vɛd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “veg” in a sentence?
Here is “veg” used in a sentence: “Dinner is just meat and two veg tonight.”
What is another word for “veg”?
Words with a similar meaning to “veg” include veggie and vegie.
What part of speech is “veg”?
Depending on how it is used, “veg” can be a noun, an adjective and a verb.
Is “veg” a common word?
“Veg” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “veg” have?
“Veg” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: short for "vegetable" or "vegetables," especially in British English.
