English · Culture & Society
source
/sɔːs/
[/sɔːs/]
where information comes from
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A source is a person, book, or place that provides information. Students must use reliable sources in their research.
Example
Always check that your source is trustworthy.
Always check that your source is trustworthy.
Etymology
From Old French 'sourse', from Latin 'surgere' meaning to rise.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in research and essays for the origin of information.