Encamp: meaning, definitions and examples

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encamp

 

[ ɪnˈkæmp ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military

To set up a camp, especially a military one. To establish a camp or place to stay temporarily.

Synonyms

bivouac, camp, pitch camp, settle

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers encamped at the base of the mountain.
  • The army encamped for the night before continuing their march.
  • The troops encamped near the river for safety.
  • The general decided to encamp the soldiers in the valley.
  • We will encamp here for the duration of the operation.

Translations

Translations of the word "encamp" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acampar

🇮🇳 शिविर लगाना

🇩🇪 lagern

🇮🇩 berkemah

🇺🇦 таборувати

🇵🇱 obozować

🇯🇵 野営する

🇫🇷 camper

🇪🇸 acampar

🇹🇷 kamp yapmak

🇰🇷 야영하다

🇸🇦 التخييم

🇨🇿 tábořit

🇸🇰 táboriť

🇨🇳 扎营

🇸🇮 taboriti

🇮🇸 tjalda

🇰🇿 лагерь құру

🇬🇪 ბანაკობა

🇦🇿 düşərgə qurmaq

🇲🇽 acampar

Etymology

The word 'encamp' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the French word 'encamper', which means 'to camp'. It has been commonly used in military contexts to refer to the act of setting up a camp or temporary residence. Over the years, 'encamp' has become a popular term in military strategy and operations, indicating the establishment of a base or resting place for troops.

See also: camp, camper, campfire, campground, camping, campsite, campus.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,813, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.