Meaning of the word camp in English

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camp

US /kæmp/

UK /kæmp/

a place where a group of people stay temporarily in tents or other shelters

Example:

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We set up camp near the river.

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The scouts went to summer camp.

Synonym:

encampment bivouac campsite

a group of people supporting a particular side in a dispute or debate

Example:

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Both political camps are preparing for the election.

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She belongs to the conservative camp.

Synonym:

faction group party side

to set up a camp or live in a camp

Example:

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We decided to camp by the lake for the night.

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They often camp in the mountains during the summer.

Synonym:

bivouac pitch a tent tent

deliberately exaggerated and theatrical in style or manner, typically for humorous effect

Example:

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The movie was so bad it was good, with a wonderfully camp performance by the lead actor.

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Her fashion sense is very camp, full of bright colors and bold patterns.

Synonym:

exaggerated theatrical flamboyant ostentatious affected

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camping go camping camping site