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

All children’s summer camps in Kerr County confirmed their campers were safe, according to the county sheriff’s office. — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 17 July 2026

With nearly a 1-to-1 ratio of staff to campers, participants could ask questions and get a mental picture of their surroundings. — Paul Bersebach, Oc Register, 17 July 2026

Iconic establishments like Camp Greystone and Mondamin, alongside 16 others including Falling Creek, Kanuga, Arrowhead, and Wayfarer draw campers from all across the country. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

First responders have gone into the Boundary Waters area to rescue groups of campers who became stuck near the border, Assistant Commissioner John Cunningham of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety said. — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 16 July 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