Vegetable

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛdʒtəbəl/

Vegetable (noun)

  1. A plant or part of a plant eaten as food, usually not sweet, such as leaves, roots, or stems.
  2. A crop grown in a garden or farm for eating, like tomatoes, carrots, or beans.

Examples

  • Carrots are a vegetable that many people enjoy.
  • She adds a vegetable to the soup for flavor.