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Meaning of wells

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

wells

Pronunciation:/wɛlz/

noun

Definitions

  1. A hole sunk into the ground as a source of water, oil, natural gas or other fluids.

  2. A place where a liquid such as water surfaces naturally; a spring.

  3. A small depression suitable for holding liquid or other objects.

    Example: Make a well in the dough mixture and pour in the milk.

  4. A source of supply.

verb

Definitions

  1. To issue forth, as water from the earth; to flow; to spring.

  2. To have something seep out of the surface.

    Example: Her eyes welled with tears.