Step 1 : Introduction to the question "As mentioned in the children’s song “The Farmer in the Dell,” what is a dell, by definition?"
...A dell is a geographical term referring to a small, secluded valley, often wooded and gently sloping. Originating in Old English, the word has been used for centuries in poetry, folklore, and pastoral literature to evoke images of tranquil countryside landscapes and rural simplicity. In the traditional children’s song “The Farmer in the Dell,” which dates back to at least the 19th century and was originally a German folk song, the term helps reinforce the song’s rustic setting, emphasizing the peaceful countryside where the farmer lives.
