vegetarian

/ˌvɛdʒɪˈtɛəriən, -ˌtɛr-/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who does not eat meat, especially one who follows a diet of vegetables, fruits, and grains

“She is a vegetarian and prefers to eat at restaurants that offer vegetarian options.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a person who does not eat meat

“vegetarian cuisine”

3. adjective

growing or producing vegetables

“vegetarian gardens”

Synonyms

  • herbivore
  • non-meat-eater
  • plant-eater

Antonyms

  • carnivore
  • meat-eater