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avi

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˈɑˌvi// avi Informal

n. a small picture that represents you on social media or in a game. It is a short way of saying 'avatar'.

n. a digital image or icon representing a user in online forums, social media, or gaming environments. A colloquial clipping of 'avatar'.


SIMPLE

I need to change my avi to a better photo.

CONTEXTUAL

She spent an hour editing her new avi to make sure the lighting looked perfect for her profile.

COMPLEX

While some users prefer a realistic photograph for their avi, others opt for stylized illustrations or abstract graphics to maintain a degree of anonymity online.

Origin

From Hebrew אבי (ávi).

Usage

Informal clipping; primarily used in digital communication and social media contexts.

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