bivouac
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈbɪv.wæk/
KK: /ˈbɪv.wæk/
intransitive verb
Definition
To set up a temporary camp, usually outdoors, without a tent.
Example
We decided to bivouac under the stars during our hiking trip.
Tense Forms
Past: bivouacked
Past Participle: bivouacked
Conversation
Are you excited about our camping trip this weekend?
Definitely! I can't wait to bivouac under the stars.
Me too! Do you think we'll find a good spot to set up?
For sure, I heard there's a perfect place near the lake.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
camp
rest
lodge
Antonyms
depart
leave
disperse
noun
Definition
A temporary place where people set up camp, often without much shelter, usually for a short time.
Example
The hikers decided to set up a bivouac for the night in the open field.
Conversation
I found the perfect spot for our camping trip this weekend.
Oh really? Where are we planning to set up our bivouac?
It's by the lake, so we can enjoy some great views.
Root Explanation
Bivouac → It originates from the French word *bivouac*, which means a temporary encampment or shelter. The term is derived from the German word *biwaks*, meaning a temporary camp or shelter, particularly used by soldiers. The word describes a temporary outdoor camp, often without tents, where people rest or sleep.
Memory Tip
Imagine a temporary camp set up for a night — that's what a bivouac is, a place to rest outdoors.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.