camp
//kæmp//
Noun
A place where people stay temporarily in tents or temporary shelters, typically outdoors
We set up camp near the lake.
A place where people, especially children, go for recreation or instruction during vacation time
My daughter is going to summer camp next week.
A group of people who share the same ideological, political, or philosophical position
The debate divided the committee into two camps.
A military installation or temporary quarters for soldiers
The soldiers returned to camp after the training exercise.
Synonym
Verb
To stay temporarily in a tent or temporary shelter, especially outdoors
We camped by the lake for three nights.
To remain persistently in one place or position
The players camped near the goal waiting for the ball.
Synonym
Adjective
Deliberately exaggerated and theatrical in style, especially in a humorous or ironic way
The movie was so camp with its over-the-top costumes and dramatic acting.