source synonyms

source

n.

  1. The origin

    beginning, cause, root; see origin 2, 3.

  2. A person or work supplying information

    expert, specialist, authorization, source material; see reference 3.

  3. A fountain

    spring, reservoir, fount; see origin 2. See syn. study at origin.

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