dell

The definition of a dell is a small, secluded valley, usually in a forest area.

(noun)

An example of a dell is a tiny valley in a wooded area, tucked away from the rest of civilization.

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See dell in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a small, secluded valley or glen, usually a wooded one

Origin: ME & OE del < IE base *dhel-, cavity, hollow > dale, Welsh dol, Du dal, Ger tal, valley

See dell in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
A small secluded wooded valley.

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Origin: Middle English del

Origin: , from Old English dell

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