Definition of camp - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
outdoor livinglive temporarily in a tent or similar structure
- We decided to camp by the lake for the weekend.
2.
gamingUS stay in a strategic location for advantageUS
- He camped near the enemy base to ambush players.
3.
behaviorRare behave in an exaggerated or theatrical mannerRare
- She loves to camp it up during performances.
Noun
1.
militarybase for military troops
- The soldiers returned to their camp after the mission.
2.
shelterplace for refugees or prisoners to stay
- The refugee camp provided basic necessities.
3.
communitygroup of people with shared beliefs
- The political camp supported the new policy.
4.
traveler lodgingstemporary lodgings for travelers or vacationers
- They found a camp near the hiking trail.
5.
recreationUS site for children's summer activitiesUS
- The kids enjoyed their time at summer camp.
6.
outdoororganized event in tents or temporary structures
- The scouts attended a summer camp.
7.
artstyle of exaggerated artistic expression often humorous
- The movie is known for its camp humor and vibrant costumes..
Adjective
1.
styleintentionally tasteless or self-parodying
- The movie was a camp classic.
2.
theaterUK theatrical and exaggerated in styleUK
- His camp performance was a hit with the audience.
Images of camp
temporary lodgings for travelers or vacationers
Expressions with camp
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sleep outdoors, often in a tent
We decided to camp out under the stars.
dismantle tents and pack up a campsite
We will strike camp at dawn and head home.
someone supporting a group for personal gain
He was seen as a camp follower of the political movement.
dress or decorate in a flamboyant style
They camped up the room with bright colors and glitter.
behave in an exaggerated or theatrical manner
He loves to camp it up during parties.
stay very close to someone's home
The reporters camped on the celebrity's doorstep for days.
sharing the same opinions or interests
They are in the same camp when it comes to environmental policies.
extravagant and theatrical style that is exaggerated and sophisticated
His performance was pure high camp, full of flair and drama.
lightweight portable bed for camping or military use
The soldier slept on a camp bed during the training.
portable chair for outdoor use
She unfolded the camp chair by the fire.
person who supervises campers and leads activities at a camp
The camp counselor organized a scavenger hunt for the kids.
portable stove for cooking outdoors
We used a camp stove to make breakfast at the campsite.
camp where children go during the day
She enrolled her kids in a day camp for the summer.
set up a place outdoors to sleep or rest
We decided to make camp by the river.
prepare an outdoor area for a prolonged stay
We set up camp by the river.
program for children during summer involving outdoor activities
She sent her kids to summer camp every year for adventure and fun..
program offering tennis instruction and activities
The tennis camp runs every summer for two weeks.
place for organized training sessions
The team went to a training camp before the season.
place with soldiers living together for training or during operations
The soldiers marched back to the military camp after the exercise.
temporary settlement near a mine where workers live and sleep
The old mining camp grew into a busy mountain town.
short intensive training course
She attended a coding boot camp to learn programming.
to pack up and leave a camping area
After a chilly night, they decided to break camp at dawn..
casual shirt with a straight hem
He wore a camp shirt to the beach party.
restaurant serving fried seafood dishes
We had dinner at a fish camp by the lake.
Origin of camp
Latin, campus (field)
Terms with camp included in their meaning
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camp gear
prepare a tent for transport
outdoor activity
hike and camp while carrying all gear on your back
camping
camp outdoors using a portable shelter
recreation
person supervising activities at a summer camp
camping
set up a tent or camp
boot camp
main trainer who shapes new recruits through strict practice and instruction
history
prison camp for political prisoners
camp
initial military training course for new recruits
field camp
military tent designed for two soldiers
detention
in a prison camp or refugee camp
outdoors
temporary camp without tents or covering
staying
stay in a temporary camp
camping
set up a temporary camp without tents
boot camp
military instructor responsible for training soldiers
camp military
simple shared toilet, often outdoors, in camps or military areas
camp
supervisor for children at a summer camp
military
line for food in a military camp
history
German guard in a WWII PoW camp
set up camp
set up a tent or temporary shelter
adventure
base camp in rogaining with meals and beds
military
camp defended by a circular formation of wagons
camp shelter
military tent made of two halves
acr: aide-de-camp
military officer who helps a senior officer
chemistry
enzyme converting ATP to cAMP in cells
Examples of camp in a sentence
We plan to camp in the national park next month. Players often camp to gain a tactical edge. He decided to camp at the choke point for defense. He tends to camp around friends to make them laugh. During the play, he camped to entertain the audience. The camp was well-fortified against potential attacks.
They set up a temporary camp near the river. The prisoners were held in a camp for months. The camp was overcrowded and under-resourced. The environmental camp protested against the deforestation. A new camp emerged advocating for digital privacy. The camp was set up by the riverbank. We stayed at a camp in the mountains. They sent their son to a music camp for the summer. The camp offers various outdoor activities for children. They set up camp near the river. The music festival was held at a camp. His outfit was pure camp, with glitter and feathers. The play was a celebration of camp aesthetics. His outfit was so camp it turned heads. The play was filled with camp humor. The movie's camp costumes were unforgettable. Her camp humor entertained everyone at the party.
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- French:camper, camp, ...
- German:zelten, Lager, ...
- Italian:accamparsi, campo, ...
- Spanish:acampar, campamento, ...
- Portuguese:acampar, acampamento, ...
- Chinese:露营, 营地, ...
- Japanese:キャンプをする, 基地, ...
- Arabic:خَيَّمَ, مُعَسْكَر, ...
- Hebrew:לַחֲנוֹת, מַחֲנֶה צְבָאִי, ...
- Russian:разбивать лагерь, лагерь, ...
- Ukrainian:таборувати, табір, ...
- Hindi:डेरा डालना, शिविर, ...
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