Dovelike

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  • adj. Similar to a dove.
  • adj. Similar to that of a dove; as, a dovelike wing, a dovelike glance, dovelike eyes.
  • adj. Peaceful; innocent; pacifist.
  • ad. In a manner similar to a dove; as, to "dovelike, sit brooding on the vast abyss" (Milton)
  • ad. As much so as those of a dove; as, "Phoebe's eyes Dovelike mild" (Montanus)
    • the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
  • adj. Mild as a dove; gentle; pure and lovable.
    • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • Having the appearance or qualities of a dove; gentle.
    • Word Usage
    "Its name comes from a word meaning dovelike, because of its wing-shaped flower, and thus it becomes a botanical emblem of the Holy Ghost."
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