well

Definition

• n. a deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water or oil or gas or brine
• n. a cavity or vessel used to contain liquid
• n. an abundant source
• n. an open shaft through the floors of a building (as for a stairway)

Word forms

Present participle

welling

Past tense

welled

Third person singular

wells

Past participle

welled

Example sentences

1. n.

   We found a deep well in the old village.

2. v.

   Tears welled up in her eyes as she listened to the sad story.

3. a.

   He feels well after recovering from his illness.

4. adv.

   She speaks English very well for a beginner.

5. interj.

   Well, I guess we have to start the meeting now.