The Clue
Hawk's opposite (4 letter answer)
The Answer
DOVE
Tags
Notes
The answer DOVE is common and appears about once every 225 puzzles.
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Definition
DOVE as a noun:
1. any of numerous small pigeons
2. (dove, peacenik) = someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations
3. (Columba, Dove) = a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum
4. (squab, dove) = flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled
5. an emblem of peace
DIVE as a verb:
1. (dive, plunge, plunk) = drop steeply; "the stock market plunged"
2. plunge into water; "I was afraid to dive from the board into the pool"
3. swim under water; "the children enjoyed diving and looking for shells"