The two crossword solutions for the term TYPE OF WELL are Artesian (8 letters) and Wishing (7 letters). An Artesian well is a type of well that uses the natural pressure of the aquifer to bring water to the surface without the need for a pump. This type of well is named after the Artois region in France, where it was first discovered. A Wishing well is a type of well that is traditionally used to make a wish. It is believed that if you throw a coin into the well, your wish will come true.