A dietary choice in which individuals abstain from consuming meat, including poultry, fish, and seafood. Vegetarians typically consume a plant-based diet that includes fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds.
Related terms
Veganism: A lifestyle choice similar to vegetarianism but more restrictive. Vegans avoid all animal products, including dairy, eggs, honey, and leather.
Flexitarian: Someone who primarily follows a vegetarian diet but occasionally eats meat or fish.
Pescatarian: An individual who avoids eating meat but includes fish and seafood in their diet.