There are different types of vegetarian diets based on what the person eats. Here is a basic outline of the differences between types of vegetarians (from Veggie Teens: A Cookbook and Guide for Teenage Vegetarians):
Lacto-ovo-vegetarian
Eats plant products, dairy products, and eggs Does not eat meat, seafood, or poultry
Lacto-vegetarian
Eats plant products and dairy products Does not eat eggs, meat, seafood, or poultry
Ovo-vegetarian
Eats plant products and eggs Does not eat dairy products, meat, seafood, or poultry
Vegan
Eats plant products only Does not eat dairy products, eggs, meat, seafood, or poultry
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