camper

noun

camp·​er ˈkam-pər 

1

: one who camps

2

: a portable dwelling (such as a specially equipped trailer or automotive vehicle) for use during casual travel and camping

Synonyms

• caravan
• motor home
• recreational vehicle
• RV
• trailer

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing camper

• happy camper

Rhymes for camper

• damper
• hamper
• pamper
• scamper
• stamper
• tamper

Kids Definition

camper

noun

camp·​er ˈkam-pər 

1

: a person who camps

2

: a portable dwelling or a specially equipped vehicle for use during travel and camping