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camp

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /kæmp/

KK: /kæmp/

intransitive verb
Definition

To stay in a temporary place, often outdoors, usually for recreation or to live for a short time.


Example

We decided to camp by the lake for the weekend.


Tense Forms

Past: camped

Past Participle: camped


Conversation
Sloth A
Are you planning to camp this weekend?
Sloth B
Yeah, I thought it would be fun to spend some time outdoors.
Sloth A
That sounds great! Where do you want to camp?
Sloth B
I was thinking of that lake we visited last summer.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
settle
lodge
reside
Antonyms
leave
depart
vacate
noun
Definition

A place where people set up tents or temporary shelters, often for outdoor activities like camping, or a group of people who share similar beliefs or interests.


Example

We set up our camp near the lake for the weekend.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever been to a summer camp?
Sloth B
Yeah, I went to one when I was a kid and it was so much fun!
Sloth A
What activities did you do at the camp?
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To set up a temporary place for people to stay, usually outdoors, often for recreation or adventure.


Example

We decided to camp by the lake for the weekend.


Tense Forms

Past: camped

Past Participle: camped


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how people camp in style nowadays?
Sloth B
Yeah, I’ve seen some amazing setups on social media.
Sloth A
Right? Some of them really camp it up with fancy tents and lights.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Camp → The word 'camp' originates from the Latin 'campus', meaning a field or open space. It refers to a place where people set up temporary living quarters, often in an open area.

Memory Tip

Think of an open 'field' ('campus') where people gather to set up temporary living spaces — that's why 'camp' means to stay in a temporary place.

Visually Confused Words
scamp
cramp
clamp
champ
cap
cam
encamp
decamp
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We did everything from hiking to arts and crafts.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
site
group
base
Antonyms
dispersal
division
separation
I know! It looks so fun; I want to try it sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lodge
encamp
settle
Antonyms
displace
evict
remove