This is the 12195th most frequent Turkish word.
güvercini
"The pigeon" or "the dove" (definite accusative form in Turkish).
In this sentence, 'güvercini' is used as the definite object of the verb 'gördüm' (I saw), identifying a specific pigeon observed by the speaker.
Güvercini bahçedeki ağacın dalına tünerken gördüm.
I saw the pigeon perching on the branch of the tree in the garden.
Here, 'güvercini' functions as the definitive object of the verb phrase 'eline aldı' (picked up) and refers to a specific pigeon that is held by the subject.
Kardeşim küçük güvercini sevmek için eline aldı.
My sibling picked up the little pigeon to pet it.
In this example, 'güvercini' again acts as the object of the sentence, identifying the pigeon intended to be released.