식용으로 사용되는 식물이나 식물의 일부.
A plant or part of a plant used as food, such as a cabbage, potato, carrot, or bean.
예문:
"We decided to grow our own organic vegetables in the backyard garden this summer."
"Eating a variety of colorful vegetables is essential for a balanced diet."
"She prefers raw vegetables like carrots and celery sticks over cooked ones."
대뇌 기능이 없어진 사람, 또는 활기 없고 지루한 사람.
A person who is incapable of normal mental or physical activity, especially through severe brain damage (often referred to as being in a vegetative state), or a person leading a very dull or inactive life.
예문:
"After the severe head injury, the patient was tragically left in a vegetative state, sometimes referred to offensively as a vegetable."
"Stop being a couch potato and acting like a vegetable; you need to find a hobby."
식물이나 식물 생활과 관련된, 또는 식물에서 유래한.
Relating to plants or plant life, especially as distinct from animal life or mineral substances; derived from plants.
예문:
"The scientist analyzed the sample to determine if the substance was of animal, vegetable, or mineral origin."
"Vegetable oils are generally considered healthier alternatives to animal fats for cooking."
"The textile industry uses both animal fibers and vegetable fibers like cotton and linen."