camper

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Definition

A 'camper' can mean a person who stays at a campsite or goes camping, or a special vehicle (like a van or trailer) designed for sleeping and living while traveling.

Usage & Nuances

'Camper' as a person is informal and often used in outdoor or travel contexts. As a vehicle, it is common in the US; in the UK, 'caravan' or 'campervan' may be more common. 'Happy camper' is an idiom meaning someone who is satisfied or content.

Example Sentences

The camper set up a tent by the lake.

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We traveled across the country in a camper.

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The camper has a small kitchen inside.

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Every summer, lots of young campers join the adventure camp in the mountains.

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They bought a used camper so they could take road trips whenever they wanted.

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She’s not a happy camper when it rains all weekend at the campsite.

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