Delf (dĕlf), n. [AS. delf a delving, digging. See Delve.] A mine; a quarry; a pit dug; a ditch. [Written also delft, and delve.] [Obs.]
The delfts would be so flown with waters, that no gins or machines could . . . keep them dry. Ray.
Delf, n. Same as Delftware.