dove

• Nom désignant un oiseau souvent symbole de paix, ou une personne qui prône la résolution pacifique des conflits.

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.

   colombe

   • 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.

   Synonymespigeon

2. Peace advocateB2formal

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

   colombe (au sens de partisan de la paix)

   • 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.

   Synonymesconciliatorpacifistpeacemakerpeacenik

   Antonymeshawkwarmonger

3. C1formalculinary

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

   Chair de pigeon ou de tourterelle

   • 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.

   Synonymessquab

4. Symbol of peaceB1formal

   An emblem representing peace, harmony, and goodwill.

   Colombe (symbole de paix)

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

   Antonymesbelligerenteaglefalconhawkwarmonger

• Verbe indiquant l'action de plonger la tête la première dans l'eau ou de se déplacer rapidement vers le bas ou à l'intérieur de quelque chose.

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.

   Plonger (dans l'eau)

   • 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.

   Synonymesnosedivepitchplummetplunge

2. Move quickly downwardB1formal

   To move quickly and steeply downward through air or space.

   Plonger (en piqué)

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

   Synonymesdescenddropnosediveplummetplungeswoop

   Antonymesascendclimbfloatrisesoar

3. Become deeply involvedB2informal

   To start doing something with great enthusiasm or concentration.

   se plonger dans

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

   Synonymesimmerseplunge