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ve·ge·ta·rian - (vj-t‚r-n)
n. A person who does not eat meat or fish. They may however, eat eggs, cheese and other dairy products. Ethical vegetarians often avoid fur or leather.
ve·gan - (vgn, vjn)
n. A strict vegetarian who eats plant products only, especially one who uses no products derived from animals, such as honey, fur or leather.
a·him·sa- (-hms‰)
n. A Buddhist and Hindu doctrine expressing belief in the sacredness of all living creatures and urging the avoidance of harm and violence.
jai·gong slang. Cantonese for the word 'vegetarian' (useful to know in a chinese restaurant).
4th of July Potluck, Tuesday, July 4 Boating, Socializing, Appetizers:4:00 p.m., Dine:5:00 p.m., Dance:6:00 p.m. 633 Glenwood Isle, Alameda, hosted by Elizabeth Bechtold. Directions: See May 29th potluck. $1 suggested donation with food, enough for 10 people per person. $10 per person without food. Attire: Western or Patriotic. (No children under 12 because of the canal.) After the potluck there will be dancing in the studio. Contact Howard to volunteer setting up: howarddy2@att.net or Elizabeth for last minute directions, 510-864-1111.
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