Campsite: meaning, definitions and examples
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campsite
[ ˈkæmpsaɪt ]
outdoor
A place used for camping, typically equipped with toilets, showers, and other facilities for overnight stays.
Synonyms
camp area, campground, camping ground
Examples of usage
- We set up our tent at the campsite near the lake.
- The campsite was surrounded by tall trees and a river.
Translations
Translations of the word "campsite" in other languages:
🇵🇹 acampamento
🇮🇳 शिविर स्थल
🇩🇪 Campingplatz
🇮🇩 tempat berkemah
🇺🇦 кемпінг
🇵🇱 kemping
🇯🇵 キャンプ場
🇫🇷 camping
🇪🇸 campamento
🇹🇷 kamp alanı
🇰🇷 캠핑장
🇸🇦 موقع التخييم
🇨🇿 kemp
🇸🇰 kemp
🇨🇳 露营地
🇸🇮 kamp
🇮🇸 tjaldsvæði
🇰🇿 лагерь
🇬🇪 ბანაკის ადგილი
🇦🇿 düşərgə yeri
🇲🇽 campamento
Word origin
The word 'campsite' originated from the combination of 'camp', which comes from the Latin word 'campus' meaning field, and 'site', which refers to a place. Campsites have been used for centuries by travelers, explorers, and adventurers seeking temporary shelter in outdoor settings. Over time, campsites have evolved to include various amenities and facilities to enhance the camping experience.
See also: camp, camper, campfire, campground, camping, campus, encamp.