water-hole

Desert animal gathering

A water-hole is a natural depression where water collects, especially in arid regions where animals gather to drink: Lions often hunt near water-holes.

The term extends to any watering spot for livestock.

Informally, a water-hole is a bar or tavern—a place where humans gather to drink: We stopped at the local water-hole after work.

outback

billabong

Isolated river pool

wallaby · eucalyptus · creek · station · stockman · droving · mustering · cattle · sheep · jackaroo

oasis

desert

To leave behind completely

  • mirageAtmospheric optical deception
  • caravanTraveling group with goods
  • sandFine rock particles

dunes · nomad · arid · refuge · survival · shelter · respite · vegetation · fertile · haven

wildlife

savanna

Tropical grassland, sparse trees

herbivore · carnivore · crocodile · hippo · elephant · zebra · wildebeest · lion · antelope · buffalo

social

pub

Licensed drinking establishment

  • barDrinking establishment
  • tavernPublic drinking establishment
  • innLodging for wayfarers

saloon · lounge · bistro · hangout · clubhouse · joint · spot · locale · venue · haunt

Opposites
water availability

water-holedesert

To leave behind completely

wasteland · dry land · dust bowl · parched earth · arid zone

water body type

water-holeriver

Large flowing watercourse

ocean · sea · stream · current · waterfall

Family

waterhole, waterholes

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G