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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California Missing camper ‘miraculously’ found alive after surviving weeks in snowy High Sierra May 16, 2025 After she was rescued, medics determined she was dehydrated, but otherwise in good condition, according to the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office. Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025 Some of her students don't have heat at home, or live in campers. Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 19 May 2025 Wisconsin woman found 'alive and well' after being missing for 62 years The missing camper had fought through a blizzard and found shelter in an unlocked cabin at a resort near Lake Edison, officials said. Megan Forrester, ABC News, 16 May 2025 The resort also has glamping tents, camper cabins and bring-your-own tent sites. Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 15 May 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 28 May. 2025.

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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