a bird of the pigeon family. The white dove is often used as a symbol of peace. 鸽子（白鸽常作为和平的象征） a person, especially a politician, who prefers peace and discussion to war 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.