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Word

dell

US/ˈdɛɫ/

UK/dˈɛl/

Definition

n. a small, quiet valley with trees. You usually see this word in old stories or poems rather than in everyday conversation.

n. a small, secluded valley, usually wooded. Primarily used in literary or poetic contexts; often functions as a synonym for 'glen' or 'dale'.

Usage

Primarily literary; rarely encountered in modern spoken English except in place names.

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