Vegetarian: meaning, definitions and examples
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vegetarian
[ ˌvɛdʒɪˈtɛːrɪən ]
dietary choice
A person who does not eat meat or fish, and sometimes other animal products, especially for moral, religious, or health reasons.
Synonyms
herbivore, plant-based diet follower, vegan
Examples of usage
- She has been a vegetarian for 10 years.
- Many vegetarians choose not to eat dairy products as well.
describing food or diet
Relating to or suitable for vegetarians.
Synonyms
plant-based, vegan-friendly
Examples of usage
- This restaurant offers a variety of vegetarian options.
- He prefers vegetarian dishes over meat.
Translations
Translations of the word "vegetarian" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vegetariano
🇮🇳 शाकाहारी
🇩🇪 Vegetarier
🇮🇩 vegetarian
🇺🇦 вегетаріанець
🇵🇱 wegetarianin
🇯🇵 ベジタリアン (bejitarian)
🇫🇷 végétarien
🇪🇸 vegetariano
🇹🇷 vejetaryen
🇰🇷 채식주의자 (chaesikjuuija)
🇸🇦 نباتي (nabati)
🇨🇿 vegetarián
🇸🇰 vegetarián
🇨🇳 素食者 (sùshí zhě)
🇸🇮 vegetarijanec
🇮🇸 grænmetisæta
🇰🇿 вегетариан
🇬🇪 ვეგეტარიანელი (vegetarianeli)
🇦🇿 vegetarian
🇲🇽 vegetariano
Word origin
The term 'vegetarian' was first used in the mid-19th century to describe individuals who abstain from consuming meat. The concept of vegetarianism has roots in ancient civilizations such as ancient Greece and India, where plant-based diets were common among certain groups for religious or ethical reasons. Over time, vegetarianism has gained popularity worldwide as a lifestyle choice for various reasons, including environmental concerns, animal welfare, and health benefits.
See also: vegetables.