I. ˈdəv noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English * dūfe; akin to Old High German tūba dove
Date: 13th century
1. : any of numerous pigeons ; especially : a small wild pigeon
2. : a gentle woman or child
3. : one who takes a conciliatory attitude and advocates negotiations and compromise ; especially : an opponent of war — compare hawk
• dov·ish ˈdə-vish adjective
• dov·ish·ness noun
II. ˈdōv
past of dive