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Glen - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A glen is a narrow, secluded valley, often with a stream running through it. It is typically found in mountainous or hilly areas and is associated with natural beauty and tranquility.

glen

/ɡlɛn/ /ɡlɛn/

Definition:

A narrow valley, typically wooded and often with a stream.

Synonyms:

valley, dale, hollow, ravine

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

mountain, peak

Common Collocations:

deep glen, secluded glen, wooded glen, quiet glen

Derivatives:

glenlike, glenside

Usage Tips:

Use "glen" to describe a small, picturesque valley, often in poetic or rural contexts.

Common Phrases:

glen of silence, hidden glen, fairy glen

Etymology:

From Scottish Gaelic "gleann," meaning a narrow valley between hills.

Examples:

  • 1. The hikers rested in the shaded glen by the stream.
  • 2. A small cottage stood at the end of the peaceful glen.
  • 3. The glen was filled with wildflowers in springtime.
  • 4. They followed the path through the misty glen at dawn.

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