dovelike

  1. Adjective.  Similar to a dove.
  2. Adjective.  Similar to that of a dove; as, a dovelike wing, a dovelike glance, dovelike eyes.
  3. Adjective.  (figuratively) Peaceful; innocent; pacifist.
  4. Adverb.  In a manner similar to a dove; as, to "dovelike, sit brooding on the vast abyss" (Milton).
  5. Adverb.  (archaic) As much so as those of a dove; as, "Phoebe's eyes Dovelike mild" (Montanus).

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