avian

adjective

avi·​an ˈā-vē-ən 

: of, relating to, or derived from birds

avian behavior

avian species

see also avian dinosaur

Examples of avian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The avian design flourishes are more prominent inside the vehicle. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026

But, to most people, avian migrations of that length were long unimaginable. — Rivka Galchen, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026

For years, marshy land east of Fort Worth’s Village Creek Water Reclamation Facility was the prime destination in Tarrant County for bird watchers, offering a chance to glimpse a wide array of avian species from across North America. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2026

As photovoltaic arrays replace open meadows and farmland, avian populations are taking a direct hit. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin avis

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing avian

• avian dinosaur
• avian flu
• avian influenza
• non-avian
• non-avian dinosaur

Rhymes for avian

• flavian
• moravian
• subclavian
• scandinavian

Kids Definition

avian

adjective

avi·​an ˈā-vē-ən 

: of, relating to, or derived from birds

Medical Definition

avian

adjective

avi·​an ˈā-vē-ən 

: of, relating to, or derived from birds