Associations to the word «Oasis»

Wiktionary

OASIS, noun. A spring of fresh water, surrounded by a fertile region of vegetation, in a desert.
OASIS, noun. A quiet, peaceful place or situation separated from surrounding noise or bustle.
OASIS, noun. (computing) Acronym of Organization for the Advancement of Structured Information Standards.

Dictionary definition

OASIS, noun. A fertile tract in a desert (where the water table approaches the surface).
OASIS, noun. A shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary.

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley