camp
Definition
A temporary shelter or group of shelters, typically tents, used for living outdoors, as in military, recreational, or refugee contexts.
To set up and live in such a temporary outdoor shelter.
An exaggerated, theatrical, or effeminate style or mannerism, often associated with humor and artifice (as in 'campy').
A summer program for children involving outdoor activities and group living.
Examples
The weary hikers pitched their camp under the stars, dreaming of pizza delivery drones.
Summer camp turned my kid into a marshmallow-roasting ninja with questionable archery skills.
Her outfit was pure camp: feathers, sequins, and enough drama to outshine a soap opera villain.
Pro tip: never camp near a bear cave unless you want to be the punchline in a wildlife documentary.
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