camper

noun

camp·​er ˈkam-pər How to pronounce camper (audio)
1
: one who camps
2
: a portable dwelling (such as a specially equipped trailer or automotive vehicle) for use during casual travel and camping

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.
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In the video, Farmer mentions how other Texas zoos, including the Dallas, Houston and San Antonio zoos, allow outside aides to accompany campers. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2025 The farm hosts campers through Harvest Hosts and has proven to be one of members’ most popular stays according to Harvest Hosts. Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2025 Create a Peaceful Atmosphere Environmental stimuli—from summer’s lingering sunsets to fellow campers rustling to twigs snapping in the woods—can disturb your precious sleep. Outside Online, 11 Mar. 2025 Victory Junction offers campers a chance to enjoy rock climbing, boating, arts and crafts, a water park, race track and — of course — some time with animals on its 84-acre property. Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for camper

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of camper was in 1839

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“Camper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/camper. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

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camper

noun
camp·​er ˈkam-pər How to pronounce camper (audio)
1
: a person who camps
2
: a portable dwelling or a specially equipped vehicle for use during travel and camping

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