<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>any thing or place from which something comes, arises, or is obtained; origin: Which foods are sources of calcium?</li><li>the beginning or place of origin of a stream or river.</li><li>a book, statement, person, etc., supplying information.</li><li>the person or business making interest or dividend payments.</li><li>a manufacturer or supplier.</li><li>a natural spring or fountain.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>to give or trace the source for: The research paper was not accurately sourced.</li><li>to find or acquire a source, especially a supplier, for: Some of the components are now sourced in Hong Kong.</li><li>to contract a manufacturer or supplier: Many large companies are now sourcing overseas.</li><li>to seek information about or consider possible options, available personnel, or the like: a job recruiter who was merely sourcing.</li></ul>