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dove

/dɒv/ noun · British & US
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What does dove mean?

noun

A small to medium-sized bird with a stout body and a distinctive cooing call, often associated with peace and love. A dove is a type of bird that belongs to the family Columbidae.

Example

"The dove perched on the windowsill, its soft coos filling the room."

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