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

Alternatively, Juniper Campground (North Unit) is a quieter and more rustic option for campers, with great stargazing. —Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026

Of course, the Thaircamper also offers another option that traditional campers don't. —New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026

At the time of the shooting, the singer and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, were in an Airstream camper on the property, while their three children, Rihanna's mother and two staff people were in a house, according to Hochman. —Alex Stone, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026

Hochman added that Rihanna and her partner, ASAP Rocky, were inside the camper when the shooting started. —Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 10 Mar. 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