fountainhead

/ˈfaʊnt(ə)nˌhɛd/
IPA guide

Other forms: fountainheads

Definitions of fountainhead
  1. noun
    the source of water from which a stream arises
    synonyms: head, headspring
    see moresee less
    type of:
    beginning, origin, root, rootage, source
    the place where something begins, where it springs into being
  2. noun
    an abundant source
    synonyms: well, wellspring
    see moresee less
    type of:
    source
    a document (or organization) from which information is obtained
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘fountainhead'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of gold-punch.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family