| Pronunciation | VEJ-eh-TAYR-ee-un-iz-um |
| Definition | The practice of avoiding all or most animal products for environmental, philosophical, and health reasons. Vegetarians (people who practice vegetarianism) eat a diet based on foods that come from plants and may include some dairy products and eggs. Some also may avoid wearing clothes made from animals or using other products that come from animals. See: vegetarian diet. |
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