Dove

n.	1.	(Zool.) A pigeon of the genus Columba and various related genera. The species are numerous.
	2.	A word of endearment for one regarded as pure and gentle. O my dove, . . . let me hear thy voice. - Cant. ii. 14.
	3.	a person advocating peace, compromise or conciliation rather than war or conflict. Opposite of hawk. Dove tick (Zool.) a mite (Argas reflexus) which infests doves and other birds. Soiled dove a prostitute.

Noun	1.	dove - any of numerous small pigeons
	2.	dove - someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations Synonyms: peacenik Antonyms: war hawk, hawk - an advocate of an aggressive policy on foreign relations
	3.	Dove - a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum Synonyms: Columba
	4.	dove - flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled Synonyms: squab
	5.	dove - an emblem of peace

DOVE. The name of a well known bird.
     2. Doves are animals ferae naturae, and not the subject of larceny, unless they are in the owner's custody; as, for example, in a dove-house, or when in the nest before they can fly. 9 Pick. 15. See Whelp.

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