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veganism

/ˈviːɡənɪzəm/
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Adjective:vegan
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veganism Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The practice or philosophy of abstaining from the consumption and use of all animal products, particularly in diet, as well as associated commodities such as leather, wool, or cosmetics tested on animals.

Example

"Her transition to veganism was motivated by both environmental sustainability and ethical concerns regarding animal welfare."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Unlike vegetarianism, which primarily restricts the consumption of meat and fish, veganism excludes all animal-derived foods (such as dairy, eggs, and honey) and frequently extends to avoiding animal-based materials like leather and wool.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1944 from 'vegan' (formed by taking the beginning and ending letters of 'vegetarian' by British activist Donald Watson) plus the suffix '-ism'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Veganism. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/veganism
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