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Avalon

Avalon

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A seaside town on Seven Mile Island in New Jersey
  • proper noun
  • /ˈævəˌlɒn/
translation icon : Avalon
  • The annual beach festival in Avalon draws visitors from all over, showcasing local crafts and delicious seafood.
  • town of Avalon
  • live in Avalon
  • hotels in Avalon

Examples

  • Families flock to Avalon during the summer months to enjoy its beautiful beaches and vibrant community.

  • Last Friday night, one of EDM's strongest new labels brought some of their best newly signed talent when the OWSLA Takeover tour made its LA stop at Avalon in Hollywood.

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  • 'The afternoon is looking good here on Radio Avalon.

    Children of Men (2006)

  • Overall, it was another classic night at Avalon.

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  • The Coast Guard just fished him out of Avalon Bay.

    Whispers in the Dark (1992)

  • You're 20 minutes late for the meeting with the Avalon execs.

    When We First Met (2018)

  • There were recent widespread power outages in St. John's and communities along the southeastern coast of the Avalon Peninsula.

    Blog text (29)

  • Situated along the picturesque coastline, Avalon is a charming borough on Seven Mile Island in New Jersey.

Surface Forms

Avalon main

Etymology

Avalon for the New Jersey borough comes from an old story about an island called Avalon, whose name likely comes from the root aval meaning 'apple'. So calling the seaside town Avalon gives the idea of a calm, pretty beach place.