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绿洲
lǜzhōu
Description
绿洲是沙漠里有水和植物的地方，人和动物可以在那里休息。
An 绿洲 is a place in the desert with water and plants where people and animals can rest.
Meanings
绿洲lǜzhōu
oasis; fertile spot in a desert
我们在沙漠里找到了一片绿洲。
We found an oasis in the desert.
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Notes
- Etymology
绿 (green) + 洲 (land/islet), literally a 'green patch' amid barren land.
- Nuance
often used figuratively for a pleasant refuge, e.g. 城市里的绿洲.
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