camp
noun
a place where an army or other group of persons or an individual is lodged in a tent or tents or other temporary means of shelter.
camping
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a word derived from
camp.
Example Sentences
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It was most active on the eastern flank, moving uphill toward camping sites and a limited number of scattered homes, Silveira said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
So did their stock of items purchased over the years: coffee makers, games, camping equipment, banners to welcome the children on the first day of camp, along with a red carpet.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
He said the girl's family members, who were camping in the area, were being supported by specialist officers.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
“What was meant to be a joyful family camping trip became an unimaginable nightmare that no parent, sibling, or grandparent should ever have to endure,” the page read.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
We ate breakfast every morning and dinner every night, and we even went camping with our foster family once or twice.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
