hot spring

noun

: a spring whose water issues at a temperature higher than that of its surroundings

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Deep-sea volcanic ridges, formed by the collisions of tectonic plates, create underwater hot springs in an otherwise frigid environment. Ashley Strickland, CNN, 19 Oct. 2024 One nation’s plan for success: Work less and make more babies The amenities on offer include a hot spring, golf, table tennis and plenty of walking paths. Max Kim, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2024 Come relax at one of Iceland’s numerous natural hot springs or thermally heated public pools, including iconic locations like the Blue Lagoon and the Sky Lagoon. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 These typically rustic lodgings are known for their old-school approach, offering minimalistic rooms, complete with tatami floors, as well as set meals and opportunities to soak in natural hot springs known as onsen. Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hot spring 

Word History

First Known Use

1572, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hot spring was in 1572

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“Hot spring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20spring. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

hot spring

noun
: a spring whose water flows out at a temperature higher than the average temperature of the place where the spring is located

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