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Meaning of the word spring in English

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spring

US /sprɪŋ/
UK /sprɪŋ/
"spring" picture

Noun

1.

the season after winter and before summer, in which vegetation begins to appear, in the northern hemisphere from March to May and in the southern hemisphere from September to November.

Example:
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Flowers bloom beautifully in spring.
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We are planning a trip for next spring.
2.

a coiled device, typically of metal, that can be pressed or pulled but returns to its former shape when released, used to apply tension or to store and absorb energy.

Example:
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The mattress has many small springs inside.
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The toy car is powered by a coiled spring.
Synonym:
coilhelixspiral
3.

a place where water naturally flows out from the ground.

Example:
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The hikers found a fresh water spring.
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The village relies on the natural spring for its water supply.
Synonym:
fountainwellsource

Verb

1.

move or jump suddenly or rapidly upward or forward.

Example:
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He watched the cat spring onto the fence.
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The athlete will spring from the starting block.
Synonym:
jumpleapboundvault
2.

originate or arise from.

Example:
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His success sprang from hard work and dedication.
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Many problems spring from poor communication.
Synonym:
originatederivestemarise
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