wishing well
noun
a well or pool of water supposed to grant the wish of one who tosses a coin into it.
wishing wells
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pluralof wishing well.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Beaches and swimming pools are not wishing wells, and a quick shower beforehand can help ensure that those “pennies” don’t join you.
From Scientific American ● Jul. 21, 2017
The lyrics, full of wishing wells and ripped jeans, were almost certainly written with hearts dotting the "i"s.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 13, 2012
My ladye's eyes are wishing wells, Wherein I gaze with silent yearning; Deep in their depths my future dwells.
From Three Women by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
My ladye's eyes are wishing wells, But not one sign my fate foretells, While my poor heart with love is burning.
From Three Women by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
My ladye's eyes are wishing wells, Wherein I gaze with silent yearning.
From Three Women by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
