dove
n
1 type of bird with short legs, a small head and a thick body, that makes a cooing sound and is often used as a symbol of peace 鸽子(常用作和平的象徵).
2 (fig 比喻) person, esp a politician, who favours peace and negotiation rather than war or confrontation 温和派人物; (尤指)鸽派政治家. Cf 参看 hawk1 2. dove (US) pt of dive1.