Meanings
plural Dane-holes
- 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 3763 more examples
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 238We 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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