Pronounced /dʌv/ for meanings 1 and 2, and /dəʊv/ for meaning 3. 义项 1 和义项 2 读作 /dʌv/，义项 3 读作 /dəʊv/。
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See also:
turtle dove;
鸽(常作和平的象征) A dove is a bird that looks like a pigeon but is smaller and lighter in colour. Doves are often used as a symbol of peace.
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(政治上的)温和派人物，鸽派 In politics, you can refer to people who support the use of peaceful methods to solve difficult situations as doves .
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A clear split over tactics appears to be emerging between doves and hawks in the party.
党内鸽派和鹰派在策略上似乎将要出现明显的分歧。
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（美国英语中有时用作 dive 的过去式） In American English, dove is sometimes used as the past tense of dive.
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1. any of numerous small pigeons
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2. someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations
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3. flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled
- synonym： squab
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4. an emblem of peace
- 1. A dove is often used as a symbol of peace.
- 鸽常作为和平的象征。
来自《简明英汉词典》
- 2. Although a vicious hunter, the lioness was as gentle as a dove when playing with her cubs.
- 尽管那只母狮是猎食其他动物的凶残的野兽，但它同自己的幼崽玩耍时却非常温顺。
来自《简明英汉词典》
- 3. The dove is a symbol of peace.
- 鸽子是和平的象征。
来自《现代英汉综合大词典》
