Herbivorism

/hɜːrˈbɪvərɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The practice or condition of being herbivorous; a system of eating or living as a plant-eater.

Etymology

From 'herbivore' plus '-ism' (system, practice, belief). The suffix '-ism' suggests both a biological state and a philosophical position or lifestyle choice.

Kelly Says

Herbivorism is fascinating because it describes both a biological fact (what elephants do naturally) and a lifestyle choice (what vegetarians deliberately practice)—one word captures nature and ideology.

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