Meaning of the word source in English

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source

US /sɔːrs/

UK /sɔːrs/

a place, person, or thing from which something originates or can be obtained

Example:

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The river's source is in the mountains.

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She is a reliable source of information.

Synonym:

origin root fountainhead spring wellspring

obtain from a particular source

Example:

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We need to source fresh ingredients for the recipe.

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The company sources its raw materials from local suppliers.

Synonym:

obtain acquire procure get derive

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