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

Once the meal has been prepared, Weekender campers can enjoy it on the swivel table mounted up near the front of the sofa. — New Atlas, 3 Nov. 2026

Aside from an occasional shuffle or snuffle from my fellow campers, the night was draped in a thick blanket of stress-shrinking quiet. — Heather Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2026

The following year, Moore returned as a counselor and was accused of entering campers’ rooms at night, but no abuse was reported. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2026

This camper represents yet another example, one that will be a lot easier to park than a conventional RV. — Stephen Edelstein, The Drive, 1 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing camper

• camper van
• 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