veggies
n. C / U A2 Elementary US //ˈvɛdʒiz// UK //vˈɛdʒɪz// veg·gies
n. a short, friendly word for vegetables. You use it when talking about food in a casual way, like at home or with friends.
n. an informal, shortened form of 'vegetables'. Often used in domestic or casual culinary contexts to sound more approachable or child-friendly.
Make sure you eat all your veggies before dessert.
The local market sells fresh, organic veggies that are grown on nearby farms.
While the children initially resisted the change, they eventually grew to enjoy the roasted veggies served alongside their Sunday dinner.
Usage
Usually used in the plural form; the singular 'veggie' can also function as an adjective or a noun for a vegetarian.