Watering Hole (Noun)
Meaning
A health resort near a spring or at the seaside.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The ancient Romans built their health resort around a natural spring, which served as a popular watering hole for people seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
- In the 19th century, seaside towns became fashionable watering holes for the wealthy who sought to escape the smog of industrial cities.
- The mineral-rich waters of the local spring had been a revered watering hole for centuries, attracting visitors from far and wide seeking its restorative properties.
- This elegant health resort by the sea had been a favorite watering hole for European aristocrats for generations, offering a tranquil haven from the stresses of court life.
- The spa town's central square was a bustling watering hole where people would gather to socialize and enjoy the warm sunshine and thermal waters.