Meaning of the word fount in English

What does fount mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fount

US /faʊnt/
UK /faʊnt/

Noun

1.

a source of a desirable quality or commodity

Example:
She is a fount of wisdom and knowledge.
The library is a fount of information for students.
2.

a fountain or spring

Example:
The ancient city was built around a natural fount.
Water gushed from the stone fount.