# freeCodeCamp Challenge Guide: Use class Syntax to Define a Constructor Function

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# [Use class Syntax to Define a Constructor Function](https://www.freecodecamp.org/learn/javascript-algorithms-and-data-structures/es6/use-class-syntax-to-define-a-constructor-function)

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## Problem Explanation

In this lesson, you are defining the Vegetable object using class syntax.

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## Hints

### Hint 1

Create the class called `Vegetable`. It will contain the necessary details about the `Vegetable` object.

### Hint 2

Put a constructor with a parameter called `name`, and set it to `this.name`.

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## Solutions

> **Solution 1 (Click to Show/Hide)**
>
> ```javascript
> class Vegetable {
> constructor(name) {
> this.name = name;
> }
> }
> 
> const carrot = new Vegetable("carrot");
> console.log(carrot.name); // => should be 'carrot'
> 
> ```

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