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fountain

[foun-tn] / ˈfaʊn tn /
NOUN
source, often of liquid
Synonyms
STRONGEST
geyser reservoir stream
STRONG
bubbler cause font fount gush inception inspiration jet lode mainspring mine origin play provenance provenience pump root spout spray spring well wellhead wellspring
Antonyms
STRONG
conclusion consequence effect end outcome outgrowth result

Example Sentences

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His individual stats going forward are astonishing, his goals, set-piece technique and assists a fountain of joy for Rangers supporters.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The effect is similar to how strong gusts on Earth can bend a stream of water from a fountain.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

The Victorian glasshouses nurture fattening peaches, while in the main garden beyond, a tower of water bursts up into the sky—the highest powered fountain in England.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

At one time, the Frank Putnam Flint fountain on the south side of Los Angeles City Hall had three things going for it:

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

I crossed the hall to the water fountain and took a longdrink, letting my mouth fill with cold water.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott

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