hot spring
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hot spring
n.
A natural spring producing warm water, usually at a temperature above that of the human body.
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hot spring
n
(Physical Geography) a natural spring of mineral water at a temperature of 21°C (70°F) or above, found in areas of volcanic activity. Also called: thermal spring
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hot′ spring′
n.
a thermal spring having water warmer than 98°F (37°C).
[1660–70]
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hot spring
A spring of warm water, usually having a temperature greater than that of the human body.
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hot spring - a natural spring of water at a temperature of 70 F or above