encampment

noun

en·​camp·​ment in-ˈkamp-mənt 

en-

1

a

: the place where a group (such as a body of troops) is encamped

b

: the individuals that make up an encampment

2

: the act of encamping : the state of being encamped

Synonyms of encampment

• campground
• camp
• campsite

Examples of encampment in a Sentence

a recreational area that will serve as this year's encampment for the Scouts' jamboree

Recent Examples on the Web

Residents should know whether streets are being cleaned, permits are being processed, housing is being built, or encampments are being resolved. —Adam Miller, Daily News, 23 May 2026

According to the lawsuit, Walker participated in an encampment at the university in April 2024, calling for U of M to divest in Israel. —Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 23 May 2026

The mayor was attempting to defend her lack of success in ending homeless encampments. —Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 23 May 2026

Sources connected to the investigation told the paper that it was later determined that the body had been dragged from a nearby homeless encampment. —Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

encampment

noun

en·​camp·​ment in-ˈkamp-mənt 

1

: the act of encamping : the state of being encamped

2

: the site of a camp