Dove

n.
  1. (Zoöl.) A pigeon of the genus Columba and various related genera. The species are numerous.
  2. A word of endearment for one regarded as pure and gentle.
  3. a person advocating peace, compromise or conciliation rather than war or conflict. Opposite of hawk.
    4. Dove tick (Zoöl.),
    a mite (Argas reflexus) which infests doves and other birds.
    Soiled dove ,
    a prostitute.