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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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 21 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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