Dovishnesses

1dove pronunciation: function: noun etymology: middle english, from old english *dūfe; akin to old high german tūba dovedate: 13th century 1 : any of numerous pigeons; especially : a small wild pigeon2 : a gentle woman or child3 : one who takes a conciliatory attitude and advocates negotiations and compromise; especially : an opponent of war — compare hawk— dov;ish adjective — dov;ish;ness noun