BOB°ëµº

Word Explorer
Children's
Dictionary Suite
 
Elementary Dictionary
       

o·a·sis

oasis

 
 
pronunciation:
o eI sihs
features:
Word Explorer
part of speech: noun
inflections: oases
definition: An oasis is an area in a desert where there is enough water for plants to grow. The plants are fed by water from a spring or well.
The tired and thirsty travelers were so happy to find an oasis in the desert.
 
similar words:
water hole
Word Explorer
See
  desert, plant