# Avi

/ˈɑˌvi/ (US) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/avi
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

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

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

## Examples

- I need to change my avi to a better photo.
- She spent an hour editing her new avi to make sure the lighting looked perfect for her profile.
- 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.

## Usage notes

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

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