camper

noun

camp·​er ˈkam-pər 

1

: one who camps

2

: a portable dwelling (such as a specially equipped trailer or automotive vehicle) for use during casual travel and camping

Synonyms

• caravan
• motor home
• recreational vehicle
• RV
• trailer

Examples of camper in a Sentence

Rangers warned campers that leaving food outside might attract bears.

A careless camper accidentally started a fire in the woods.

Recent Examples on the Web

Automotive Kia's tiny pod camper battles Toyota for modular micro-RV supremacy November 06, 2024 Who would've thought less than two weeks after our late look at the Toyota Kayoibako mini-camper concept, Kia would release an adorable tiny camper of its own? —New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024

Each summer camp session included the naming of the top cabin and an honor camper in each, a feat commemorated on wooden plaques. —Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024

For returning campers, the traditional multi-week sessions offer opportunities to deepen friendships and expand their skills. —Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024

Before 2020, Happy Hollow was able to accommodate more than 500 summer campers. —Kristine Phillips, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing camper

• happy camper

Kids Definition

camper

noun

camp·​er ˈkam-pər 

1

: a person who camps

2

: a portable dwelling or a specially equipped vehicle for use during travel and camping