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| − | A '''hawk''' is | + | A '''hawk''' is a bird of prey which feeds on the flesh of other animals. |
| − | A '''hawk''' in political terminology is someone who favors war, or a strong military, or participation in a particular war. Often it is used as an adjective rather than a noun, as in "hawkish". It is in contrast with a [[dove]]. | + | A '''hawk''' in political terminology is someone who favors war, or a strong military, or participation in a particular war. Often it is used as an adjective rather than a noun, as in "hawkish". It is in contrast with a [[dove]], who advocates peace instead. |
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Revision as of 18:10, May 2, 2008
A hawk is a bird of prey which feeds on the flesh of other animals.
A hawk in political terminology is someone who favors war, or a strong military, or participation in a particular war. Often it is used as an adjective rather than a noun, as in "hawkish". It is in contrast with a dove, who advocates peace instead.