Fountainlet

/faʊn'teɪnlɪt/ noun

Definition

A small fountain; a tiny spring or ornamental water feature.

Etymology

From fountain + -let suffix indicating something small. The -let suffix comes from Old French and is used to create diminutives (booklet, starlet, droplet).

Kelly Says

The -let suffix is absolutely productive in English—you can make tiny versions of almost any noun, but 'fountainlet' especially charms because it suggests delicate, miniature beauty.

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