avian — relating to birds
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to birds
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈeɪviən/
Example Sentences
- The detective studied avian forensics to solve the mysterious feather evidence.
- Her avian photography won first prize at the nature competition.
- The avian choir outside my window starts performing at 5 AM every day.
avian
ADJECTIVE[/ˈeɪviən/]
relating to birds
The ornithologist studies avian migration patterns from her cliffside observatory.
Vivian's avian friends gather around!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'avis' meaning 'bird', a root word used since ancient Roman times when augurs observed birds for divination practices. The same Latin root underlies the modern word 'aviation'.
Breakdown
avis (bird) + -ian (relating to, characteristic of)
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📝Examples
“The detective studied avian forensics to solve the mysterious feather evidence.”
“Her avian photography won first prize at the nature competition.”
“The avian choir outside my window starts performing at 5 AM every day.”
“Scientists are studying avian intelligence to understand problem-solving abilities.”
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