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camps

The correct spelling is camps.

How to pronounce camps

noun

IPA: /kæmps/

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The correct spelling is camps. An outdoor place acting as temporary accommodation in tents or other temporary structures. For example: "a hunter's camp"

Usage Examples

a hunter's camp

We're planning to camp in the field until Sunday.

Go and camp the flag for the win.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An outdoor place acting as temporary accommodation in tents or other temporary structures.
  2. 2.An organised event, often taking place in tents or temporary accommodation.
  3. 3.A base of a military group, not necessarily temporary.
  4. 4.A single hut or shelter.
  5. 5.The company or body of persons encamped.

verb

  1. 1.To live in a tent or similar temporary accommodation.
  2. 2.To set up a camp.
  3. 3.To afford rest or lodging for.
  4. 4.To stay in an advantageous location in a video game, such as next to a power-up's spawning point or in order to guard an area.
  5. 5.To fight; contend in battle or in any kind of contest; to strive with others in doing anything; compete.

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