pond — a small body of still water, typically one formed naturally
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small body of still water, typically one formed naturally
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɑːnd/
Example Sentences
- My goldfish escaped from the bowl and now lives happily in our garden pond.
- The children built a small pond in their backyard for frogs.
- In winter, the pond freezes over and becomes a natural ice rink.
pond
NOUN[/pɑːnd/]
a small body of still water, typically one formed naturally
Kids toss bread crumbs into the pond as ducks paddle over excitedly.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle English 'ponde', which originally referred to an artificially enclosed body of water or reservoir. Over time, the meaning broadened to include naturally formed small bodies of water.
Breakdown
Middle English 'ponde' comes from the root meaning 'enclosed water,' with the final vowel later dropped in Modern English to form 'pond'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My goldfish escaped from the bowl and now lives happily in our garden pond.”
“The children built a small pond in their backyard for frogs.”
“In winter, the pond freezes over and becomes a natural ice rink.”
“The wise old turtle in the pond gives dating advice to confused ducks.”
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