fountain
noun
a spring or source of water; the source or head of a stream.
fountains
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pluralof fountain.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The volcano had started erupting late on Friday night, generating continuous seismic activity, lava fountains, and booming sounds across surrounding regions.
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026
A captivating, welcoming and family-friendly space, with some jaw-dropping views, a cafe and a gorgeous rooftop fine-dining restaurant, not to mention an 11-acre garden, dotted with statuary and fountains.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
Did free chips and salsa, with nacho cheese fountains, not make the cut?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
Designed to blend into the historic Baroque park, they are notable for their curved ceramic facades, daylight from skylights, accessibility features, drinking fountains -- and free use.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
There were fountains, and once upon a time there had been gardens full of fruit and flowers, but those had all withered in the accursed shade.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
