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    Paloma (en. Dove)

    /pa'lo.ma/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Domesticated or wild bird belonging to the genus Columba.
    The messenger dove returned home after several days.
    La paloma mensajera regresó a su hogar después de varios días.
    A symbol of peace and love.
    At the wedding ceremony, they released a dove as a symbol of their love.
    En la ceremonia de la boda, liberaron una paloma como símbolo de su amor.
    Name given to certain types of birds of the genera Columba and Streptopelia.
    Doves often inhabit parks and squares in the city.
    Las palomas suelen habitar en parques y plazas de la ciudad.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'palūma', which means 'dove' or 'bird'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    messenger pigeon
    Trained dove to carry messages.
    paloma mensajera
    to be as gentle as a dove
    To be innocent or naïve.
    ser como una paloma
    dove of peace
    A symbol that represents peace.
    paloma de la paz

    Related Words

    turtledove
    Bird of the genus Streptopelia, similar to the dove.
    tórtola
    dove
    Dove, especially in symbolic contexts.
    dove
    columbiculture
    Young of doves.
    columbicultura

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to refer to an attractive girl.
    That girl is a dove, everyone is looking at her.
    Esa chica es una paloma, todos la miran.
    A person who appears confident or naïve.
    Don't be a dove, beware of appearances.
    No seas paloma, cuídate de las apariencias.