Dane-hole

A form of denehole — An underground structure consisting of a number of small chalk caves entered by a vertical shaft.

Meanings

nounDane-hole (plural Dane-holes)

plural Dane-holes

  1. UKalternativeAlternative form of denehole.

    ...both the gold and the money were hidden in the Tin-hole or Dane-hole.

    1990, Gerald Massey, A Book of the Beginnings, page 376
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    In this manner, likewise, the numerous so-called “Dane-holes” in Kent and Essex were worked for some purpose not yet distinctly ascertained."

    1871, The Archaeological Journal - Volume 28, page 238

    We may add that a “Dane-hole” partly filled up is to be found in the Stifford chalk quarry.

    1872, William Palin, More about Stifford and Its Neighbourhood, Past and Present, page 40

    “A Dane-hole? Here?” asked Carolus, the history master in him almost as interested as the detective.

    2014, Leo Bruce, Death at Hallows End, page 190
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