Dove (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun
  1. any bird of the family Columbidae, especially the smaller species with pointed tails.
  2. a pure white member of this species, used as a symbol of innocence, gentleness, tenderness, and peace.
  3. a symbol for the Holy Ghost.
  4. an innocent, gentle, or tender person.
  5. a person, especially one in public office, who advocates peace, compromise, or a conciliatory national attitude.
  6. dove color.
  7. an official or advisor who advocates low interest rates or other monetary policies aimed at reducing unemployment and promoting economic growth.
  8. the constellation Columba.
verb
  1. a simple past tense of dive.
noun
  1. U.S. painter.
  2. U.S. poet and educator: U.S. poet laureate 1993.
noun
  1. any of various birds of the family Columbidae, having a heavy body, small head, short legs, and long pointed wings: order Columbiformes. They are typically smaller than pigeons
  2. a person opposed to war
  3. a gentle or innocent person: used as a term of endearment
    • a greyish-brown colour
    • (as adjective)
verb
  1. mainly US a past tense of dive
noun
  1. a manifestation of the Holy Spirit (John 1:32)
Dove (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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