oasis

Pronunciation

• enPR: ō-ā'sĭs
• IPA: /əʊˈeɪsɪs/
• SAMPA: /@U"eIsIs/

Noun

Singular oasis

Plural oases

An oasis

1. A spring in a desert, where there is water and plant growth around the water.

   The oasis saved the lost travelers from dying of thirst.

2. A quiet place apart from noise or bustle around the place.

   The park was an oasis in the middle of the busy city.