1. (noun)dove any of numerous small pigeons Synonyms: squab, peacenik Antonyms: hawk, war hawk
2. (noun)dove, peacenik someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations Synonyms: dove, squab, peacenik Antonyms: hawk, war hawk
3. (noun)Columba, Dove a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum Synonyms: genusColumba, squab, peacenik Antonyms: hawk, war hawk
4. (noun)squab, dove flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled Synonyms: dove, squab, peacenik Antonyms: war hawk, hawk