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Definition of Turtledove
1. Noun. Small Australian dove.
Generic synonyms: Dove
Group relationships: Genus Stictopelia, Stictopelia
2. Noun. Any of several Old World wild doves.
Group relationships: Genus Streptopelia, Streptopelia
Specialized synonyms: Streptopelia Turtur, Ringdove, Streptopelia Risoria
Definition of Turtledove
1. n. Any one of numerous species of pigeons belonging to Turtur and allied genera, native of various parts of the Old World; especially, the common European species (Turtur vulgaris), which is noted for its plaintive note, affectionate disposition, and devotion to its mate.
Definition of Turtledove
1. Noun. (alternative spelling of turtle dove) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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