a bird of the pigeon family. The white dove is often used as a symbol of peace. see also turtle doveTopics Birdsc1鸽子(白鸽常作为和平的象征) a person, especially a politician, who prefers peace and discussion to war opposite hawk鸽派人物,温和派人物(尤指愿意和平与谈判而不愿战争的从政者)
Word OriginMiddle English: from Old Norse dúfa.