camper

noun

camp·​er ˈkam-pər How to pronounce camper (audio)
1
: one who camps
2
: a portable dwelling (such as a specially equipped trailer or automotive vehicle) for use during casual travel and camping

Examples of camper in a Sentence

Rangers warned campers that leaving food outside might attract bears. A careless camper accidentally started a fire in the woods.
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Whitney Portal will observe sharp deterioration in conditions with extreme danger to hikers and campers unprepared for the winter weather. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 13 Oct. 2025 Other campers and tents can certainly be quite snug, too. New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025 These days, the old hearse has found new life as a camper. Laura Lane, USA Today, 12 Oct. 2025 Wise Owl Outfitters Camping Hammock With more than 45,000 five-star ratings, this outdoor hammock is loved by campers and casual adventurers alike. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for camper

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of camper was in 1839

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“Camper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/camper. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.

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camper

noun
camp·​er ˈkam-pər How to pronounce camper (audio)
1
: a person who camps
2
: a portable dwelling or a specially equipped vehicle for use during travel and camping

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