The difference between Canyon and Dale

When used as nouns, canyon means a valley, especially a long, narrow, steep valley, cut in rock by a river, whereas dale means a valley, many times in an otherwise hilly area.


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  1. Canyon as a noun:

    A valley, especially a long, narrow, steep valley, cut in rock by a river.

  1. Dale as a noun (mainly, UK):

    A valley, many times in an otherwise hilly area.

  1. Dale as a noun (archaic):

    A trough or spout to carry off water, as from a pump.