dove

• Ein Vogel, insbesondere die Taube, die oft als Symbol des Friedens gilt; auch eine Person, die für friedliche Konfliktlösung eintritt.

A noun referring to a type of bird, often symbolizing peace, or a person who advocates for peaceful resolution rather than conflict.

1. BirdA2formal

   A type of small pigeon, often used as a symbol of peace.

   Taube

   • A white dove flew across the sky.
   • Doves are often released at weddings as a symbol of love.
   • The dove cooed softly from its perch.

   Synonymepigeon

2. Peace advocateB2formal

   A person who prefers peaceful solutions and negotiations over military action.

   Friedensbefürworter

   • The politician was known as a dove in foreign policy debates.
   • Doves argue for diplomacy before considering armed conflict.
   • During the war, the doves were often criticized by hawks.

   Synonymeconciliatorpacifistpeacemakerpeacenik

   Antonymehawkwarmonger

3. C1formalculinary

   The flesh of a dove or young pigeon, used as food.

   Taubenfleisch

   • The restaurant served roasted dove with herbs.
   • Dove meat is considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
   • They prepared a broiled dove for the special dinner.

   Synonymesquab

4. Symbol of peaceB1formal

   An emblem representing peace, harmony, and goodwill.

   Symbol des Friedens

   • The dove is a universal symbol of peace.
   • Artists often paint doves to represent hope.
   • The olive branch and dove together signify reconciliation.

   Antonymebelligerenteaglefalconhawkwarmonger

• Verb, das das Kopfsprung ins Wasser oder eine schnelle Abwärts- bzw. Hineinbewegung bezeichnet.

A verb used to indicate the act of plunging headfirst into water or moving quickly downwards or into something.

1. Plunge into waterA2formal

   To jump headfirst into water, typically from a height.

   Kopfsprung ins Wasser

   • She dived into the pool from the diving board.
   • He loves to dive into the ocean waves.
   • The children dived into the lake on a hot summer day.

   Synonymenosedivepitchplummetplunge

2. Move quickly downwardB1formal

   To move quickly and steeply downward through air or space.

   Sich schnell nach unten bewegen

   • The eagle dived down to catch its prey.
   • The airplane dived sharply to avoid a collision.
   • The stock market dived after the announcement.

   Synonymedescenddropnosediveplummetplungeswoop

   Antonymeascendclimbfloatrisesoar

3. Become deeply involvedB2informal

   To start doing something with great enthusiasm or concentration.

   Sich vertiefen

   • She dived into her new book and read all night.
   • He dived into the project without hesitation.
   • They dived into the conversation about politics.

   Synonymeimmerseplunge