ppl. a. (UP- 6 b.)
1837. Pierpont, in U. S. Gazette, 29 March, 2/4.
Though absent, the fount of our faith is not frozen; | |
While we live, of its upwelling waters well draw, | |
For the maids that we love, for the land that weve chosen, | |
Where Freedom is nursed at the bosom of Law. |
1854. Whittier, Hermit of Thebaid, 1. O strong, upwelling prayers of faith.
1875. Helps, Social Pressure, i. 4. I foresee a source of enjoyment, very constant and up-welling source.
1884. Century Mag., XXIX. 108. Blushing deeply with upwelling patriotism and bashfulness.