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1ave

noun \ˈä-(ˌ)vā\

Definition of AVE

1
:  an expression of greeting or of leave-taking :  hail, farewell
2
often capitalized :  ave maria
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Origin of AVE

Middle English, from Latin, hail
First Known Use: 13th century

Related to AVE

Synonyms
adieu, au revoir, good–bye, bon voyage, congé (also congee), farewell, Godspeed
Antonyms
hello

2ave

abbreviation

Definition of AVE

avenue

Rhymes with AVE

grave

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