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

Liverpool comedian Sam Avery told me last year that seeing the Minecraft Movie with his young sons was "honestly the most joyous cinemagoing experience I've ever had".

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

“Escribo las novelas de Avery Keene para contar historias sobre justicia social, pero las plasmo de una forma accesible para personas que no se consideran activistas de la justicia social”, dijo Abrams.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

“If you can make it through high school, make it through college,” Avery said, “the later onset is really protective.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Finally, the materials sector has been one of the strongest this year, and chemical companies are particularly well positioned, O’Hara writes, citing Avery Dennison, Dow, International Flavors & Fragrances, and LyondellBasell as top picks.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

That’s what Avery said to me that day we fought.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison