dingle
1 synonym for dingle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small, narrow, often wooded valley or hollow.
Etymology
From Middle English "dingle", related to Old English "dung" ("pit, dungeon") plus a diminutive ending.
Full origin of dingle →Frequently asked questions
What does “dingle” mean?
The word “dingle” means a small, narrow, often wooded valley or hollow. In plain terms, a small, tucked-away valley, usually covered in trees.
How do you pronounce “dingle”?
“Dingle” is pronounced DIHNGGL (/ˈdɪŋɡl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “dingle” in a sentence?
Here is “dingle” used in a sentence: “A stream ran through the shady dingle behind the farmhouse.”
What part of speech is “dingle”?
“Dingle” is a noun.
Where does the word “dingle” come from?
The word “dingle” comes from Old English. From Middle English "dingle", related to Old English "dung" ("pit, dungeon") plus a diminutive ending.
