dingle

noun

din·​gle ˈdiŋ-gəl How to pronounce dingle (audio)
: a small wooded valley : dell

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, deep hollow

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dingle was in the 13th century

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“Dingle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dingle. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

dingle

noun
din·​gle ˈdiŋ-gəl How to pronounce dingle (audio)
: a small wooded valley

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