Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fount

noun
/faʊnt/
Definition
A source or origin of something.
Examples
  • The fount of knowledge is often found in books.
  • She is a fount of creativity, always coming up with new ideas.
Meaning
Fount refers to a place where something originates or begins, often used metaphorically to describe a source of inspiration or ideas.
Synonyms
  • source
  • spring
  • well
  • origin
  • foundation