'Delf' definitions:

Definition of 'delf'

From: WordNet
noun
An excavation; usually a quarry or mine

Definition of 'Delf'

From: GCIDE
  • Delf \Delf\ (d[e^]lf), n. [AS. delf a delving, digging. See Delve.] A mine; a quarry; a pit dug; a ditch. [Written also delft, and delve.] [Obs.] [1913 Webster]
  • The delfts would be so flown with waters, that no gins or machines could . . . keep them dry. --Ray. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'delf'

From: GCIDE
  • delf \delf\, n. Same as Delftware. [1913 Webster]