fount

Meanings

• noun

  A decorative container for holding water, often ornately designed and placed in public areas.

  - "The city's main fountain is a popular gathering place for tourists."
  - "Children love playing in the fountain on hot summer days."

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Synonyms

waterer , font , fountain

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with fount
doubt , about , proud , bought

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Variants

List of all variants of fount that leads to same result
fount , founts

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally derived from the Latin word 'fons,' meaning 'source' or 'spring.'

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Trivia

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1. The Trevi Fountain in Rome is the most famous fountain in the world, and it is said that throwing a coin into it ensures a return visit to Rome.

2. The largest fountain in the world is the 'Fountains of the World' in California, USA, which covers an area of over 16 acres.

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Related Concepts

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1. Font: A typeface or a collection of typefaces.

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Culture

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Fountains have been used for both practical and decorative purposes since ancient times. They have been featured in various works of literature, art, and music, symbolizing renewal, abundance, and beauty.

How to Memorize "fount"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large, ornate fountain with water cascading from various tiers and people gathered around it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'fountain' with the idea of water, beauty, and refreshment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'FLOW' to remember the meaning: Fountain = Fount = Large Ornate Water

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