drinking fountain

noun

: a fixture with nozzle that delivers a stream of water for drinking

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The designs include features such as tables for people, drinking fountains for people and dogs, trees and shelter for shade. Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026 The plan proposes expanding access to drinking fountains or water bottle refilling stations in public areas, particularly for vulnerable populations in areas with more heat and less shade. Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 21 Jan. 2026 Also in Rambling Reporter: THR looks into the free app that displays every public restroom and drinking fountain around Los Angeles, as well as the Adult Video News Awards, porn’s version of the Oscars. Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 3 Jan. 2026 Found old stone troughs that had been turned into drinking fountains and refilled our water bladders. Stephanie Danler, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for drinking fountain

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of drinking fountain was in 1859

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“Drinking fountain.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drinking%20fountain. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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