Encamp
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈkæmp/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Encamp is a verb meaning (intransitive) To establish a camp or temporary shelter.
Meaning
(intransitive) To establish a camp or temporary shelter.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To form into a camp.
Example Sentences
England were encamped in San Marino territory for the entire game and the only disappointment for manager Gareth Southgate will be the fact their finishing was very poor.
We spent half an hour on the summit before returning to our camp, where we stuffed the frozen tent and all the gear into our packs and started the long descent of the southwest ridge to rejoin Harish and others who were still encamped on the col at the foot of it.
Word Forms
- encamps
- encamping
- encamped
Synonyms for encamp
Depending on context, synonyms include camp, bivouac.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include camp, bivouac, tent, pitch, encage, bivvy.
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