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campsite

noun

camp·​site ˈkamp-ˌsīt How to pronounce campsite (audio)
Synonyms of campsitenext
: a place suitable for or used as the site of a camp

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Examples of campsite in a Sentence

The campsite includes a picnic table and a grill for cooking. the campsite at least offers shower and bathroom facilities
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Campsites Starved Rock’s 133 campsites book quickly, especially on weekends from May through October. — Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 20 Sep. 2026 Do not adopt or bring wild animals into your home or campsite. — The Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026 At a Minnesota state park, drive-in campsites typically cost $20-$35 per night depending on the site. — Derek James, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026 Less 'conquer the Rubicon Trail,' and more 'find a nice campsite, plug in the coffee machine, and stay there. — New Atlas, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for campsite

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of campsite was in 1850

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“Campsite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/campsite. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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campsite

noun
camp·​site ˈkamp-ˌsīt How to pronounce campsite (audio)
: a place suitable for or used as the site of a camp
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