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avian
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a·vi·an  (v-n)
adj.
Of, relating to, or characteristic of birds.

[From Latin avis, bird; see awi- in Indo-European roots.]

avian [ˈeɪvɪən]
adj
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) of, relating to, or resembling a bird
[from Latin avis bird]

avian  (v-n)
Relating to birds.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.avian - pertaining to or characteristic of birds
zoological science, zoology - the branch of biology that studies animals


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We reviewed reports to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of US travelers suspected of having avian influenza A (H5N1) virus infection from February 2003 through May 2006.
of Interior say mass media will only be informed of outbreaks of bird flu if initial tests involve a significant number of sick or dead birds, or if there are other circumstances that suggest the avian influenza subtypes found are highly pathogenic.
H5N1 avian influenza is caused by a subtype of the influenza A virus.
 
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