Any of various birds of the widely distributed family Columbidae,characteristically having deep-chested bodies,small heads,and short legs,especially the rock dove or any of its domesticated varieties.

• 鸽子，一种分布很广的鸽亚科鸟，特点是有厚胸的身体，头小，腿短，尤指野鸽或家鸽。