dove-like
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In French, the word “pigeon” has two senses: a dove-like bird, but also a dupe, victim or fall guy.
From New York Times • Nov. 30, 2015
The three decanters boast an avian grace: the Swan's swooping body, the Flamingo's long slender neck and the Paloma's dove-like curves.
From Time Magazine Archive
Falling waters afar were heard, To lull the slumb'ring fair: Yet ever and aye, her soul seemed stirred, In dove-like murmurs, as if the bird Of dreams sat brooding there.
From Heathen Mythology by Various
His neat and well-groomed plumage is fine and very silky, almost dove-like in colouring, and although there are no gaudy features about it, few of our birds are so exquisitely dressed.
From Birds Every Child Should Know by Blanchan, Neltje
Her lovely face flushed, and she turned her dove-like eyes upon him, with a reproachful look in their depths.
From Only One Love, or Who Was the Heir by Garvice, Charles
