Definition of oasis
oases
play \ō-ˈā-ˌsēz\1 : a fertile or green area in an arid region (such as a desert) The caravan stopped to rest at an oasis.
2 : something that provides refuge, relief, or pleasant contrast The small park is a welcome oasis amid the city's many factories.
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Examples of oasis in a Sentence
The small park is a welcome oasis amid the city's many factories.
Our brief trip to the beach was a much-needed oasis in a summer of hard work.
Recent Examples of oasis from the Web
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The pool area is an oasis of relaxation and fun with a 3,000 square foot guest/pool house.
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Portland is nationally and internationally known as one of the most progressive cities in the U.S., an oasis of tolerance and good feelings.
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Coronado Beach, San Diego, California: An oasis just a bridge away from mainland San Diego, the public Coronado beach is worth a day visit or a stay at the iconic Hotel del Coronado, pictured here.
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Then go to the new Flip Flop Deli, a cool little oasis to get some grub for the kids while having a few laughs.
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Los Poblanos, built in the Spanish hacienda style, is a lush green oasis in the desert and boasts lavender beds, formal English gardens and honey from its own beehives.
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Sometimes these plantings are combined with water features to create the feeling of an oasis.
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But in a town known for its cold appearance, the best vantage point may be from the ground — looking up at this visual oasis.
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Origin and Etymology of oasis
Late Latin, from Greek
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OASIS Defined for English Language Learners
oasis
playDefinition of oasis for English Language Learners
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: an area in a desert where there is water and plants
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: a pleasant place that is surrounded by something unpleasant
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: a time or experience that is pleasant and restful
OASIS Defined for Kids
oasis
playDefinition of oasis for Students
oases
\-ˌsēz\: a fertile or green spot in a desert
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