camp

A place where people stay for a short time, often outdoors in tents.

• Our camp is near the river.
• We set up camp before dark.
• They returned to camp after a long walk.

Similar words: campsite, encampment

Common phrases: set up camp, leave camp, base camp, military camp

An organized stay where people, often children, learn or enjoy activities together.

• She's at summer camp.
• We met at a music camp last year.
• The children attend different camps during the holidays.

Common phrases: summer camp, sports camp, go to camp

To stay outdoors for a short time, usually sleeping in a tent.

• We camp every summer.
• They camped in the mountains last weekend.
• Can we camp here tonight?

How to use it: camp in/at/by somewhere (We camped by the lake.)

Similar words: sleep outdoors

Common phrases: camp by something, camp in something, camp overnight, camp in a tent

In a game, to stay in a useful position, waiting for enemies or valuable items to appear.

• He camps near the doorway.
• Another player camped beside the weapon spawn.
• Stop camping and help your team attack.

How to use it: camp near/behind somewhere (One player camped behind the stairs.)

Similar words: lie in wait

Common phrases: camp near something, camp behind something, camp a doorway