campsite

word

Definition

A campsite is a place where people can set up tents or park a camper to sleep outdoors, usually for a short stay or vacation. It can be a specially prepared area with facilities or a simple spot in nature.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used for both organized campgrounds (with bathrooms, electricity, etc.) and wild sites without facilities. Collocations: 'book a campsite', 'pitch a tent at a campsite', 'family campsite'. Not used for places where people live permanently.

Example Sentences

We set up our tent at the campsite by the lake.

basic

The campsite has bathrooms and showers.

basic

You need to book a campsite early in the summer.

basic

The kids loved running around the campsite and exploring nature.

natural

After hiking all day, we finally found a quiet campsite to rest.

natural

That campsite gets really busy during holiday weekends, so plan ahead.

natural