campout

noun

camp·​out ˈkamp-ˌau̇t How to pronounce campout (audio)
: an occasion on which a group camps out

Examples of campout in a Sentence

our annual campout in Vermont
Recent Examples on the Web There are mountain biking trails to explore, yoga sessions, disc golf and campouts. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 5 June 2024 Twenty-three people died in the floods that followed as the rain filled up creeks and washes and swept through the holiday campouts and getaways in the heart of the high country. Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 8 Feb. 2024 Each side has its own armrest and cup holder, too. $140 at REI For campouts at home and on the road, camping chairs are essential. Emily Pennington, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2023 For hiking adventures or overnight campouts, this pair is a must-own. Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024 Prices start at just $12 for gear that will serve you well on campouts and hikes all season long. Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2024 Myers was at the lake for the Bartlett Bash, an LGBTQ campout that’s held every year in May and September. Helena Wegner, Sacramento Bee, 20 May 2024 One of the favorite parts of each campout was the walk to Branden’s engineering building to use his after-hours access to the bathroom so that everyone could brush their teeth. Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2024 The January campout is always one of the Scouts’ favorites. Richard Espinoza, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of campout was in 1879

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“Campout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/campout. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.

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