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Water-source

/ˈwɔː.tər sɔːrs/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A place or means of obtaining water, especially for drinking or irrigation.

    "The village relies on a nearby spring as its primary water-source."
  2. 2

    Any natural or artificial feature that provides water.

    "The reservoir serves as a critical water-source for the surrounding communities."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'water-source' is a compound noun formed from 'water', derived from Old English 'wæter', and 'source', from Latin 'sors', meaning 'to flow'. The combination reflects the natural origin of water as a vital resource.

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