warm spring

noun

1. a thermal spring having a temperature of up to 98°F (37°C).

Word History and Origins

Origin of warm spring¹

An Americanism dating back to 1740–50

Example Sentences

The scorching summer gave way to an equally extreme winter of severe freezing, followed by a warm spring that rapidly melted the snow and ice which caused extensive flooding.

From Time

And the hunters hunted ill: in the warm spring-time hunger came again as though it was still winter.

From Project Gutenberg

The month gave them some warm spring-like days, and they soon established a play camp for themselves not far from the cabins.

From Project Gutenberg

By these same causes the flowing year yields sweet smells in the warm spring-tide; the hot summer ripens the corn.

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