springhead

[ spring-hed ]

noun

1. a spring or fountainhead from which a stream flows.
2. the source of something:

   the springhead of desire.

springhead

/ ˈsprɪŋˌhɛd /

noun

1. the source of a stream; spring

Word History and Origins

Origin of springhead¹

First recorded in 1545–55; spring + head

Example Sentences

There are currently 26 areas in the RSC programme, including North Staffordshire; and BBC News spoke to the head teacher of Springhead Primary School.

From BBC

At Springhead, it starts with three and four-year-olds.

From BBC

Every school year at Springhead is involved.

From BBC

As a child at Springhead Primary in North Staffordshire, he was one of the first to take part in the RSC outreach programme around 10 years ago.

From BBC

People in Leeds started their day with an energetic exercise class in Springhead Park, Rothwell.

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