Etymology

Forest of Dean

Today it means: A forest and geographical area of Gloucestershire, England, between the rivers Severn and Wye, with a long history of mining. Full definition →

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The story

Unknown. Possibly related to Welsh din (“fort, stronghold”), or to Dane.

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