[dove] n [ME, fr. (assumed) OE dufe; akin to OHG tuba dove] (13c) 1: any of numerous pigeons; esp: a small wild pigeon
2: a gentle woman or child
3: one who takes a conciliatory attitude and advocates negotiations and compromise; esp: an opponent of war--compare hawk -- dov.ish adj -- dov.ish.ness n
[2]dove past of dive