savannah
savannah — noun
1. a broad, mostly flat landscape where grass is the main form of plant life and tr
a broad, mostly flat landscape where grass is the main form of plant life and trees are few, common in warm regions such as Africa
The lions of the savannah hunt across the open grassland at dawn.
collocation: lions of the savannah
Minh watched a documentary about zebras migrating across the African savannah.
collocation: African savannah
During the dry season, the savannah turns golden brown under the harsh sun.
Evelyn learned that savannah soil is not rich enough for farming without irrigation.
文法句型
the + savannah
a + savannah
savannah + noun (attribute)
用法筆記
Often used with 'the' when referring to the biome in general (e.g., 'the African savannah'). The alternative spelling 'savanna' is common in scientific writing.
常見錯誤
2. a coastal city in the southeastern United States that serves as an Atlantic seap
a coastal city in the southeastern United States that serves as an Atlantic seaport and is famous for its preserved historic architecture
Joaquín visited Savannah, Georgia, and walked through its historic district.
Savannah, Georgia (place-name pattern)
The old oak trees in Savannah's squares are covered with Spanish moss.
Rohan booked a flight to Savannah for the spring music festival.
Jin spent a weekend in Savannah exploring the riverfront markets and art galleries.
文法句型
Savannah + noun (attribute)
用法筆記
This sense treats 'Savannah' as a common noun referring to the city in everyday language. In a dictionary, the same place also appears under the 'geographical name' POS as a formal proper-noun entry — the referent is identical, only the grammatical framing differs.
3. a domestic cat breed developed from a serval and a household cat, known for its
a domestic cat breed developed from a serval and a household cat, known for its tall frame, spotted fur, and energetic temperament
Romi adopted a Savannah cat that has long legs and a spotted coat.
collocation: Savannah cat
Layla's Savannah cat is very energetic and enjoys playing in water.
A Savannah cat needs more space and exercise than most domestic breeds.
Rachid trained his Savannah cat to walk on a leash outdoors.
文法句型
Savannah cat
a + Savannah cat
用法筆記
The breed name is always capitalised: 'Savannah cat'. The word 'savannah' alone (lowercase) does not refer to this breed — it must be followed by 'cat' or used in a clear context about pets.
savannah — geographical name
1. a river in the southeastern United States that flows from eastern Georgia to the
a river in the southeastern United States that flows from eastern Georgia to the Atlantic Ocean and marks much of the border between Georgia and South Carolina
The Savannah River forms most of the border between Georgia and South Carolina.
collocation: forms the border
Piotr went kayaking on the Savannah River near the Atlantic coast.
Factories along the Savannah River ship goods through the port of Savannah.
Matthew fished for catfish in the Savannah River during summer vacation.
文法句型
the + Savannah River
用法筆記
Almost always used with the definite article: 'the Savannah River'. The river is a major shipping route and forms part of the boundary between Georgia and South Carolina.
2. a city in the US state of Georgia that lies where the Savannah River flows into
a city in the US state of Georgia that lies where the Savannah River flows into the Atlantic Ocean and serves as a major East Coast shipping hub
The port of Savannah is one of the busiest on the US East Coast.
collocation: port of Savannah
Tamar moved to Savannah for a job at a shipping company near the river.
Tourists in Savannah enjoy boat tours along the riverfront district.
Lakshmi took a ferry across the river to explore downtown Savannah.
文法句型
the city/port of + Savannah
Savannah + noun (attribute)
用法筆記
This is the formal proper-noun geographical entry for the city of Savannah, Georgia. It refers to the same place as noun sense 2 but is categorised as a geographical name — the distinction is grammatical (proper noun) rather than referential. Most learners can treat them as identical.