Spring

Definition

Spring is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a season of the year, an elastic device, or a natural source of water. As a verb, it means to leap or move suddenly and quickly.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sprɪŋ/
• Respelling: SPRING

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sprɪŋ/
• Respelling: SPRING

Etymology

The word "spring" originates from Old English "springan," meaning "to leap or burst forth," and is related to the German "springen," which has the same meaning.

Derivatives

• Springtime (noun)
• Springy (adjective)
• Springboard (noun)
• Sprung (verb, past tense)
• Springer (noun)

Synonyms

• Leap (verb)
• Bounce (verb/noun)
• Source (noun, for water)

Antonyms

• Fall (verb)
• Sink (verb)
• Stillness (noun, for motion)

Usage

The term "spring" has diverse meanings based on context. Examples include "The flowers bloom in spring" (season), "The mattress has a sturdy spring" (elastic device), and "He sprang to his feet in excitement" (verb).

Related Terms

• Season: A division of the year, such as spring.
• Elasticity: The property of returning to an original shape after deformation.
• Well: A man-made or natural source of water.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A season of the year: Refers to the period between winter and summer when plants bloom.
  • Example: "The cherry blossoms bloom in spring."
• An elastic device: A coiled object that stores mechanical energy.
  • Example: "The pen uses a spring to retract."
• A natural source of water: A point where groundwater flows naturally to the surface.
  • Example: "We found a fresh water spring in the forest."

Verb

• To leap or move suddenly: Refers to making a quick and sudden motion.
  • Example: "The cat sprang onto the table."
• To originate or arise: Refers to something coming into being or starting from a source.
  • Example: "New ideas spring from creativity."