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 necropsy found that Jackie had multiple conditions, including a type of infectious avian flu. — ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026

Maryland Democratic leaders praised the decision, saying BARC plays a critical role in supporting farmers nationwide and researching threats to agriculture and public health, including Cyclospora and avian flu. — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

The design took flight in 1965, when Jean Schlumberger dreamed up the idea of a tiny avian creature perched atop an important gemstone. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

There are more signs of something nefarious in the book, as the demon is more avian in appearance, has less steady facial features, carries a putrid smell and an essence that causes some people to cough. — William Earl, Variety, 9 Oct. 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