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turtledove

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noun tur·tle·dove \-ˌdəv\

Definition of turtledove

  1. :  any of several small, wild, African and Eurasian pigeons (genus Streptopelia and especially S. turtur) noted for plaintive cooing

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First Known Use of turtledove

14th century

TURTLEDOVE Defined for English Language Learners

turtledove

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Definition of turtledove for English Language Learners

  • : a type of bird that makes a soft pleasant sound

TURTLEDOVE Defined for Kids

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noun tur·tle·dove \ˈtər-təl-ˌdəv\

Definition of turtledove for Students

  1. :  a small wild pigeon that has a low soft cry

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  1. See words that rhyme with turtledove Spanish Central: Translation of turtledove Nglish: Translation of turtledove for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about turtledove

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