1. the original source or beginning of something
2. the spring or source from which a stream flows
Usage: literal

Examples

• The university is considered the fountainhead of scientific research in the region.
• Ancient Greece was the fountainhead of democratic ideals.
• The small spring served as the fountainhead of the mighty river.
• She traced the rumor back to its fountainhead.
• The library became the fountainhead of knowledge for the community.
• The clear mountain spring was the fountainhead of pure water.
• His innovative ideas made him the fountainhead of the movement.