dene

noun

ˈdēn How to pronounce dene (audio)
Definition of denenext
British
as in valley
an area of lowland between hills or mountains there are some deeply wooded denes in that part of Northumberland

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valley
Noun
  • The 1-mile loop gains only about 100 feet in elevation and winds through a scenic valley ringed by the massive rock formations that make Joshua Tree instantly recognizable.
    — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
  • Residents said inviting data centers into the community would exacerbate the water shortages, air pollution, and severe heat conditions in the valley, putting impoverished families and the agricultural industry at risk.
    — Leqi Zhong, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026
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“Dene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dene. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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