luk6 zau1綠洲绿洲
Jyutpingluk6 zau1
Yaleluhk jāu
Definition
Oasis; an area in a desert with a water source and lush vegetation.
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How it's used
Used primarily in a literal geographical sense or as a metaphor for a refreshing break in a stressful environment. It carries a strong connotation of relief and survival, often appearing in contexts describing a sudden improvement in a bleak situation.
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There is actually an oasis in the middle of the desert.
This city is like an oasis in the desert.
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Common phrases
desert oasis
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Grammar guides
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