oasis
UK/әu'eisis/US
IELTSGREC2
Definitions
n.
A fertile area with water in a desert; a peaceful or pleasant place amid surrounding difficulty or unpleasantness.
（沙漠中的）绿洲；令人愉快的地方
Root Breakdown
Loanwordoasisother
=oasis
Common Collocations
- 1.desert oasis沙漠绿洲
- 2.oasis of peace和平的绿洲
- 3.oasis of calm宁静的绿洲
Example Sentences
- 1.
The desert oasis provided water and shelter for travelers crossing the sands.
- 2.
Amid the chaos, the quiet library was an oasis of peace and tranquility.