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as in campsite
a place where a group of people live for a short time in tents or cabins the war forced people to flee their homes and to live in crowded camps along the border

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as in hut
a small, simply constructed, and often temporary dwelling a hunter's camp deep in the woods

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as in cottage
an often small house for recreational or seasonal use years ago the wealthy industrialists built some rather grand camps along the lake

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camp

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verb

as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter some out-of-town delegates to the convention were camped in university dorms

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adjective

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Recent Examples of camp
Verb
Practice-squad cornerback Reese Taylor also suited up for practice Wednesday for the first time since training camp. Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025 Last year, the Pacers decided to waive both Cole Swider and Kendall Brown during training camp. Tony East, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
The woman had been camping with friends near the cliff edge, in the Forest Lakes area, according to a news bulletin from the Coconino County Sheriff's Office. Laura Gersony, AZCentral.com, 5 Sep. 2025 One strategy is to bring a lawn chair and pick a stage, camping out in one spot for the whole day. Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for camp
Recent Examples of Synonyms for camp
Noun
  • When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
  • When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • One of the images shared showed what appeared to be a makeshift hut surrounded by trees, while another showed a shelter, and one featured a tent and tarp, a gas bottle,a camping stove, and packs of what appeared to be alcohol.
    Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
  • There are also several huts spread across the prairie.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Top 5 Can’t Miss Book a lakefront stay at Wander the Resort, where sleek cottages and private beachfront access redefine rustic luxury.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Built in 1885 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the estate offers five guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms, plus a standalone three-bedroom cottage for larger groups.
    Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The best-selling fall and winter candles are made of a new wax blend that’s housed in the brand’s signature large jars with fresh packaging.
    Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Another model was stationed next to the wardrobe, which housed 2D paper doll cutout clothing.
    Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Reviewers laud the murder-mystery’s Gothic elements, contrasting the Netflix movie’s more somber tone with Glass Onion‘s distinctly campy vibe.
    Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
  • The custom shearling bag channeled a campy edge and of course, sportswear, reimagining the size of the racquet with exaggerated proportions and adding a playful pop of color and texture to the otherwise all-white outfit.
    Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • More than just sand and sea, the area also has a mangrove lagoon, boat launch, playground, picnic areas, boardwalk, and a campground (temporarily closed; check here before going).
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
  • This includes the following recreation areas and campgrounds, Dinosaur Camp Site, Little Nankoweap Camp Site, Upper Nankoweap Camp Site, Main Nankoweap Camp Site and Lower Nankoweap Camp Site.
    AZCentral.com, AZCentral.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Etihad flight details and NC investment The new route will use a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which offers around 300 seats in business and economy cabins.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Layer the jumpsuit with the Anrabess Long Cardigan, which is perfect for chilly cabins but won’t weigh down your carry-on.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In February, Immigration and Customs Enforcement lodged an arrest detainer requesting local authorities notify ICE before Cucol-Bol is released, the agency told CNN.
    Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
  • The quickening of time will soon expose a partial, temporary truth, lodged within my grandmother’s premonition.
    Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025

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“Camp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/camp. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

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