Avery

American  

[ey-vuh-ree] / ˈeɪ və ri /

noun

1. Milton, 1893–1965, U.S. painter.

2. a first name: from Old English words meaning “elf ” and “favor.”

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Avery Scientific  

/ ā′və-rē /

1. Canadian-born American bacteriologist who demonstrated in 1944 that DNA was the material that caused genetic changes in bacteria. His work was vital to scientists who later established that DNA is the carrier of genetic information in all living organisms.

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Example Sentences

“I have videos playing with this kitten on my bed that could rip out my jugular,” former animal care specialist Avery Stewart said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

On weekends and in the summer, the Seattle-based family went kayaking and boating, and their daughters, Avery and Alana, sold lemonade and painted shells.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Avery was a member of Why Don’t We, which released three albums to moderate success in the late 2010s.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Tallakson won the doubles crown in 2023 with older brother Avery, with whom he will reunite next year at Boise State.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

I think of Avery in the treehouse, scrambling to do math problems before tutoring.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison