Dane-hole

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Noun

Dane-hole (plural Dane-holes)

  1. (UK) Alternative form of denehole.
    • 1871, The Archaeological Journal - Volume 28, page 238:
      In this manner, likewise, the numerous so-called “Dane-holes” in Kent and Essex were worked for some purpose not yet distinctly ascertained."
    • 1872, William Palin, More about Stifford and Its Neighbourhood, Past and Present, page 40:
      We may add that a “Dane-hole” partly filled up is to be found in the Stifford chalk quarry.
    • 1990, Gerald Massey, A Book of the Beginnings, page 376:
      ...both the gold and the money were hidden in the Tin-hole or Dane-hole.
    • 2014, Leo Bruce, Death at Hallows End, page 190:
      “A Dane-hole? Here?” asked Carolus, the history master in him almost as interested as the detective.

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