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Definition fountain in British English

fountain noun

[countable] noun
/ˈfaʊntɪn/
1

a structure through which a stream of water is pumped into the air and falls down again

Example

The park's ornamental fountain is carved from marble.

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arbour bird bath bird table
2

a piece of equipment that you drink water from, usually in a public place

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addition alcove balcony
3

a stream of liquid that rises into the air

Example

A fountain of blood spurted from the wound in his chest.

Synonyms and related words
river pool drop
Definition fountain in British English