Dale vs. Valley

Dale vs. Valley — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Dale and Valley

Dalenoun

A valley, many times in an otherwise hilly area.

Valleynoun

An elongated depression between hills or mountains, often with a river flowing through it.

Dalenoun

(archaic) A trough or spout to carry off water, as from a pump.

Valleynoun

The area which drains into a river.

Dalenoun

an open river valley (in a hilly area)

Valleynoun

Any structure resembling one, e.g., the meeting point of two pitched roofs.

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Valleynoun

The internal angle formed by the intersection of two sloping roof planes.

Valleynoun

a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river