camper

noun camp·er \ ˈkam-pər \

|Updated on: 15 Aug 2018

Definition of camper

1 : one who camps

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

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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 of camper from the Web

Soon, water was sloshing up around people’s tents, prompting him and his friends to warn other campers to flee.

— Washington Post, "Flooding forces 200 evacuations near Grand Canyon waterfalls," 12 July 2018
That week both locations also hold Down on the Farm for younger campers.

— anne schamberg, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "YMCA farm-themed camps teach where food comes from," 3 July 2018
The merchandise will be sold at two merchandise stands — which resemble oversized vintage plastic camper and dump truck toys — as well as some stores at Hollywood Studios, Miller added.

— gabrielle russon, OrlandoSentinel.com, "New Toy Story Magic Bands, Disney pins are for sale at new land," 28 June 2018
Getty Images In her first return to Paris since the 2016 robbery, Kim Kardashian-West attended the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2019 runway show yesterday in a jacket that any serious camper would be envious of.

— lucy wood, Marie Claire, "Kim Kardashian's Louis Vuitton Jacket Is Full of Secrets, Snacks Probably," 22 June 2018
After disembarking and being greeted by Walsh Thursday morning, the campers quickly spread out, enjoying various camp activities.

— j.d. capelouto, BostonGlobe.com, "At harbor island camp, teens train to be civic leaders," 13 July 2018
They also were supposed to have staff in the recreation area supervising the campers and ensuring rules were being followed.

— dave altimari, courant.com, "Family of Two Children Files Lawsuit Against Campground After Alleged Sexual Assault," 12 July 2018
It was reported to police by a woman who said she was flagged down by the campers — two adults with three children who witnessed the struggle.

— christina lords, idahostatesman, "Man shot and killed after struggle over firearm at Owyhee River campsite," 10 July 2018
The campers were about to break for lunch, but first, Michael Thomas called up to the auditorium stage a young man named Tobias White.

— jenny vrentas, SI.com, "For Many NFL Players, Summer Doesn't Bring Much of a Break," 9 July 2018

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First Known Use of camper

1852

in the meaning defined at sense 1

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camper Synonyms

Synonyms

caravan, motor home, recreational vehicle, RV, trailer;

Related Words

house trailer, mobile home;

coach, van;

CAMPER Defined for English Language Learners

camper

noun

Definition of camper for English Language Learners

: a person who sleeps outdoors, in a tent, or in a simple shelter usually for enjoyment for a short period of time
: a type of vehicle or special trailer that people can live and sleep in when they are traveling or camping
: a young person who goes to a camp during the summer to do different activities