vegan
[ vee-guh n, vey- ]
/ ˈvi gən, ˈveɪ- /
noun
a vegetarian who omits all animal products from the diet.
a person who does not use any animal products, as leather or wool.
adjective
of or relating to vegans or their practices: vegan shoes made of synthetic leather.
Origin of vegan
1940–45;
veg(etari)an
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British Dictionary definitions for veganism
vegan
/ (ˈviːɡən) /
noun
a person who refrains from using any animal product whatever for food, clothing, or any other purpose