well
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈwɛl/]
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Senses
1. well (noun) — sense 1
Definition: A hole sunk into the ground as a source of water, oil, natural gas or other fluids.
Example: The woman said unto him, Sir, thou hast nothing to draw with, and the well is deep.
Concept: Колодец
2. well (noun) — sense 2
Definition: A place where a liquid such as water surfaces naturally; a spring.
Example: Begin, then, sisters of the sacred well.
3. well (noun) — sense 3
Definition: A small depression, e.g. suitable for holding liquid or other objects.
Example: Make a well in the dough mixture and pour in the milk.
Structure of the word
Roots:- welh (Proto-Indo-European)
Connections
Polarities
Depth ↔ Shallows — concept «Колодец»
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