1. an artificial structure that sends water up into the air
2. a natural spring of water flowing from the ground
3. a source or origin of something
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The park’s central fountain attracts many visitors.
• Children threw coins into the ornate fountain.
• We discovered a natural fountain in the mountains.
• The drinking fountain in the hallway was broken.
• She was a fountain of knowledge about local history.
• The chocolate fountain at the party was very popular.
• Ancient Romans built elaborate fountains throughout their cities.