dove > define

noun

• Any of numerous small pigeons.
• Someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations.
  • synonyms: peacenik
• A constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum.
  • synonyms: Columba
• Flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled.
  • synonyms: squab
• An emblem of peace.

verb

• Drop steeply.
  • usage: "the stock market plunged"
  • synonyms: dive, plunge, plunk
• Plunge into water.
  • usage: "I was afraid to dive from the board into the pool"
  • synonyms: dive
• Swim under water.
  • usage: "the children enjoyed diving and looking for shells"
  • synonyms: dive

• of Dive.
• (n.) A word of endearment for one regarded as pure and gentle.
• (n.) A pigeon of the genus Columba and various related genera. The species are numerous.

• Name Meaning: Bird of Peace
• Name Origin: American