Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dells
noun
/dɛl/
Definition
A dell is a small, wooded valley or a secluded hollow, often filled with wildflowers and surrounded by trees.
Examples
- The children played in the dells behind their house, surrounded by tall trees.
- As we hiked through the forest, we discovered a beautiful dell filled with blooming flowers.
- The old tale spoke of a hidden dell where fairies danced under the moonlight.
Meaning
The term refers to a small depression in the landscape, typically characterized by lush greenery and peaceful surroundings.
Synonyms
- vale
- hollow
- glen
- gorge
- dale
