tented

adjective

tent·​ed ˈten-təd How to pronounce tented (audio)
Synonyms of tentednext
1
: covered with a tent or tents
tented camps
2
: shaped like a tent

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Eating for good: The tented culinary extravaganza that is SAVOR SoFlo returns for a sixth year to Hollywood Beach on Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m., with restaurant tastings, chef demonstrations, wine, spirits and live entertainment on the shore. Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026 Events can be outdoors, in tented spaces or inside a barn. Neal Franklin, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026 The tented facility known as Camp East Montana has had a troubled history starting with a fatal construction accident and three detainee deaths in less than six weeks, one of which was ruled a homicide. Julia Ainsley, NBC news, 5 Mar. 2026 Under Canvas, Utah Inspired by the traditional tented safari experience, Under Canvas’ glamping camps offer stargazing by night and outdoorsy pursuits by day. Megan Eaves, Outside, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tented

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of tented was in 1598

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“Tented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tented. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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