vegetable
Translation
vegetable
Examples
A carrot is a popular vegetable.
A carrot is a popular vegetable.
What is your favorite vegetable?
What is your favourite vegetable?
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) + vegetable (a singular noun) a type of vegetable I ate a strange vegetable for dinner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plant, produce
Etymology
From Latin 'vegetabilis' meaning 'animating, lively', from 'vegetare' 'to enliven'.
Memory Tips
Think of vegetables as food that 'vegetates' or grows from the ground, giving you life and energy.