"hail," also "farewell," early 13c. (in reference to the Ave Maria), from Latin ave, second person singular imperative of avere "to be or fare well."
avarice
avaricious
avast
avatar
avaunt
ave
Ave Maria
avenge
avenger
avenue
aver
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