A vegetarian (/ˌvedʒ.əˈteə.ri.ən/ – someone who does not eat meat) is a person who does not eat animals. They eat food like fruit, vegetables, rice, bread, and beans.
What Do They Eat?
Vegetarians eat meals with no meat, fish, or chicken. Some eat eggs or cheese. Others do not. It depends on the person.
Example Sentences
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Emma is a vegetarian, so she only eats plant-based food.
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I made a vegetarian sandwich with cheese, tomato, and lettuce.
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The restaurant has many vegetarian dishes on the menu.
A Word to Know
Plant-based (/plænt beɪst/ – made from plants, not animals)
Many vegetarian meals are plant-based, meaning they use only food from plants.
Why Be a Vegetarian?
Some people become vegetarians for health, animals, or the planet. It’s a personal choice.
