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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

fountainhead

/ˈfaʊn.tɪn.hed/ noun · British & US
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What does fountainhead mean?

noun

The source or origin of something, especially a river or stream. A person or thing from which something originates or is derived.

Example

"The city's fountainhead was a small stream that flowed through the town square."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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