dove

1. of Dive Source: opted

2. n. A pigeon of the genus Columba and various related genera. The species are numerous. Source: opted

3. n. A word of word/endearment">endearment for one regarded as pure and gentle. Source: opted

4. n. any of numerous small pigeons Source: wordnet

5. n. someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations Source: wordnet

6. n. flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled Source: wordnet

7. n. an emblem of peace Source: wordnet

8. 1. (Zoöl.) A pigeon of the genus Columba and various related genera. The species are numerous. Note: The domestic dove, including the varieties called fantails, tumblers, carrier pigeons, etc., was derived from the rock pigeon (Columba livia) of Europe and Asia; the turtledove of Europe, celebrated for its sweet, plaintive note, is C. turtur or Turtur vulgaris; the ringdove, the largest of European species, is C. palumbus; the Carolina dove, or Mourning dove, is Zenaidura macroura; the sea dove is the little auk (Mergulus alle or Alle alle). See Turtledove, Ground dove, and Rock pigeon. The dove is a symbol of innocence, gentleness, and affection; also, in art and in the Scriptures, the typical symbol of the Holy Ghost. 2. A word of endearment for one regarded as pure and gentle. O my dove, . . . let me hear thy voice. Cant. ii. 14. Dove tick (Zoöl.), a mite (Argas reflexus) which infests doves and other birds. -- Soiled dove, a prostitute. [Slang] Source: webster

9. A pigeon of the genus Columba and various related genera. Thespecies are numerous. Source: adambom

10. n:100 n. any of numerous small pigeons n. someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations n. an emblem of peace Source: ecdict

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