What does PONDS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Definitions:

Noun: A small body of still water, typically one formed naturally.

Verb: (1) (of water) collect in a pond or ponds. (2) (of flowing water) form a pond or pools.

Pronunciations:

US: /pɑndz/

UK: /pɒndz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "ponds" originated from the Old English word "pund" which means "enclosed place". It has been in use since the 14th century. As a noun, "ponds" refers to a small body of still water, typically formed naturally. As a verb, it means to collect or form a pond or pools of water.

Synonyms:

Noun: pool, lake, mere, lagoon, basin

Verb: collect, accumulate, gather, amass, stockpile

Related Words:

ponds, spond, monde, ronde, conds

Example Sentences:

Noun: The park had several small ponds where ducks and geese swam.

Verb: Heavy rains caused the water to pond in the low-lying areas of the field.