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 of camper

• trailer
• caravan

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

This major price cut gives party hosts, campers, and music lovers a rare opportunity to capture chest-thumping bass depth and clear high-frequency separation without the strain of standard retail prices. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026

While some of the original stars are heading back to their old stomping grounds, there is also a new group of campers to meet. — Jacqueline Weiss, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026

The camper is available in both 2WD and 4WD and with an optional hybrid powertrain. — New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2026

In Camp Rock 3, Sherry Cola, who plays the Jonas Brothers’ fictional band Connect 3’s manager, has the honor of leading a similar scene as the next generation of campers competes in a series of challenges to join the tour. — Sarah Hearon, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026

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