The source of knowledge
Example: Books are a great source of knowledge for students.
Definition
"The source of knowledge" refers to the origin or place from which information, understanding, or wisdom is obtained. It represents the means or entity through which learning or awareness is acquired, such as books, experience, teachers, or observation.
Etymology
The phrase "the source of knowledge" combines 'source,' from Old French 'sourse' meaning a spring or origin, and 'knowledge,' from Old English 'cnāwleċe,' meaning awareness or understanding. Did you know? The concept of a 'source of knowledge' has been central to philosophy since ancient times, as thinkers sought to identify where true understanding begins.
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"The source of knowledge" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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