dove
n. countablen. a white bird that people often use as a symbol of peace. In politics, it describes someone who prefers talking and peace over fighting or war.
n. a bird of the pigeon family, often used as a symbol of peace or innocence. In a political context, refers to a person who advocates for negotiation and diplomacy rather than military action.
The white dove is a famous symbol of peace.
The president is known as a dove who prefers diplomatic solutions to international conflicts.
While the military advisors pushed for an immediate strike, the doves in the cabinet argued that economic sanctions had not yet been given enough time to take effect.
* As an English surname, from the noun dove. * As a Scottish surname, calque of Scottish Gaelic (mac) Calmáin (“(son of the) dove”). Compare Coleman. * Also as a Scottish surname, variant of Duff. * As a north German surname, from the Low German adjective doof (“deaf”); see deaf.
Often contrasted with 'hawk', which refers to someone who favors aggressive or military policies.