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- Dictionaryfountain/ˈfaʊnt(ɪ)n/
noun
- 1. an ornamental structure in a pool or lake from which one or more jets of water are pumped into the air. Similar
- 2. a natural spring of water. literary
verb
- 1. spurt or cascade like a fountain: "a river of cold air fountained into the hold"
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1. : the source from which something proceeds or is supplied. 2. : a spring of water issuing from the earth. 3. : an artificially produced jet of water. also : the structure from which it rises. 4. : a reservoir containing a liquid that can be drawn off as needed. 5. : soda fountain sense 2. fountain. 2 of 2. verb.
FOUNTAIN definition: 1. a stream of water that is forced up into the air through a small hole, especially for decorative…. Learn more.
a stream of water that is forced up into the air through a small hole, especially for decorative effect, or the structure in a lake or pool from which this flows. ewg3D/iStock/Getty Images Plus/GettyImages. Examples. There was a picture of the Trevi fountain on the front of the book. They also sell garden ornaments such as statues and fountains.
a jet or stream of water (or other liquid) made by mechanical means to spout or rise from an opening or structure, as to afford water for use, to cool the air, or to serve for ornament. a structure for discharging such a jet or a number of jets, often an elaborate or artistic work with basins, sculptures, etc.
A fountain is an ornamental feature in a pool which consists of a jet of water that is forced up into the air by a pump.
a strong flow of liquid or of another substance that is forced into the air. The amplifier exploded in a fountain of sparks. The shell exploded, sending a fountain of sand and grit into the air. a rich source or supply of something. Tourism is a fountain of wealth for the city.
A fountain is a decorative structure that shoots streams of water into the air. You might see a big fountain in front of a museum, or install a small one in your back yard.
1. a jet or spray of water or some other liquid. 2. a structure from which such a jet or a number of such jets spurt, often incorporating figures, basins, etc. 3. a natural spring of water, esp the source of a stream. 4. a stream, jet, or cascade of sparks, lava, etc. 5. a principal source or origin.
FOUNTAIN definition: a structure that forces water up into the air as a decoration. Learn more.
noun. fountains. A natural spring of water. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. A structure, often decorative, from which a jet or stream of water issues. American Heritage. Similar definitions. The source or beginning of a stream. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. An artificial spring, jet, or flow of water. Webster's New World.
