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Avalon
AV-uh-lon
Avalon (name) means a legendary island paradise in Arthurian legend where King Arthur was taken after his death; also used as a real place name. Example: “In the legend, Arthur was carried away to Avalon to heal.”
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A legendary island paradise in Arthurian legend where King Arthur was taken after his death; also used as a real place name.
"In the legend, Arthur was carried away to Avalon to heal."
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Etymology
Ultimately from a Celtic word for "apple tree".
Rhymes for Avalon
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What does “Avalon” mean?
The word “Avalon” means a legendary island paradise in Arthurian legend where King Arthur was taken after his death; also used as a real place name.
How do you pronounce “Avalon”?
“Avalon” is pronounced AV-uh-lon (/ˈæv.əˌlɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Avalon” in a sentence?
Here is “Avalon” used in a sentence: “In the legend, Arthur was carried away to Avalon to heal.”
What part of speech is “Avalon”?
“Avalon” is a name.
Is “Avalon” a common word?
“Avalon” is an uncommon word in modern English.
