AVIAN

avian

(adjective) pertaining to or characteristic of birds

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

avian (not comparable)

Characteristic of or pertaining to birds, or to bird-like or flying creatures.

Synonyms

• birdly, feathered, plumed, winged

Noun

avian (plural avians)

A bird.

A bird-like or flying creature.

(furry fandom) Someone who roleplays or describes themselves as being a bird or bird-like animal character with human characteristics.

Synonym: feathery

Anagrams

• Avina, Navia, Viana

Source: Wiktionary


A"vi*an, a.

Definition: Of or instrument to birds.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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