dove

US /dʌv/
UK /dʌv/
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a stocky seed- or fruit-eating bird with a small head, short legs, and a cooing voice, typically having gray and white plumage. Doves are found worldwide and include the many species of pigeon.

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A white dove flew over the wedding ceremony.
The dove is often a symbol of peace.
1.

past tense of dive

:
He dove into the pool with a splash.
The submarine dove deep beneath the waves.