springhead

[spring-hed]

noun

1. a spring or fountainhead from which a stream flows.

2. the source of something.

   the springhead of desire.

springhead

/ ˈsprɪŋˌhɛd /

noun

1. the source of a stream; spring

Word History and Origins

Origin of springhead¹

First recorded in 1545–55; spring + head

Example Sentences

There are currently 26 areas in the RSC programme, including North Staffordshire; and BBC News spoke to the head teacher of Springhead Primary School.

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At Springhead, it starts with three and four-year-olds.

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Every school year at Springhead is involved.

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As a child at Springhead Primary in North Staffordshire, he was one of the first to take part in the RSC outreach programme around 10 years ago.

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People in Leeds started their day with an energetic exercise class in Springhead Park, Rothwell.

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