Dover

/ˈdō-vər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of small bird found in Europe and Asia, often associated with the dove family.

The dover flew gracefully through the sky, a symbol of peace.

Dover is also a reference to a place, specifically in England, known for its white cliffs.

We visited Dover to see the famous white cliffs and the historical castle.

verb

To do something over again, often in a slightly different way.

If the project doesn't meet the requirements, we may have to dover it and start from scratch.

The name 'Dover' comes from the Latin 'Dovere', which is thought to be derived from a prehistoric Celtic word meaning 'river'.

Dover Straits

The body of water separating England from France.

White Cliffs of Dover

Famous cliffs along the coastline of Dover.

Kent

The county in England where Dover is located.

Channel

Refers to the English Channel, the body of water between England and France.