Definition

A person who does not eat or use any animal products, including meat, dairy, and eggs, and often avoids items made from animals like leather.

Example

She decided to become a vegan to promote animal rights and health.

Conversation

Have you met Sarah? She's a vegan and really passionate about it.

Oh, I haven't met her yet, but I've heard about her lifestyle.

Yeah, she always brings delicious vegan snacks to our gatherings.

That's awesome! I'd love to try some of those snacks.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vegan → The word is derived from 'vegetable' (from Latin *vegetabilis*, meaning able to grow or thrive) and the suffix '-an' (meaning relating to or belonging to). It refers to a person who relates to a lifestyle that excludes all animal products, emphasizing plant-based living.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vegetable' to remember that 'vegan' means relating to a lifestyle focused on plant-based foods.

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