Definition

A person who comes from a valley, especially in the Yorkshire Dales or Lakeland regions of England.

Example

The dalesman shared stories of his life in the beautiful valleys of Yorkshire.

Conversation

Have you ever met a true dalesman?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they are really interesting people.

Yeah, they have such a unique connection to the land around here.

I can imagine! It must be great to grow up in the beautiful dales.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dalesman → The word is formed from "dale" (from Old English *dael*, meaning a valley or a low area of land) and "-sman" (meaning a man or person). A dalesman is thus a man who lives in or is associated with a dale or valley.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'dale' as a valley and remember that a 'dalesman' is a person who lives in that valley.

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