vegetable
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A plant or part of a plant used as food, typically savory rather than sweet.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She grows _____ in her backyard garden."
Answer: vegetable
In your own words, what does "vegetable" mean?
A plant or part of a plant used as food, typically savory rather than sweet.
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