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encamped

 

[ ɪnˈkɛmpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Encamped refers to the action of setting up a camp or temporarily lodging in a camp. This term is commonly used in military contexts but can also apply to outdoor activities and gatherings.

Synonyms

camped, lodged, settled

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers encamped near the river for the night.
  • They encamped on the hillside during their hiking trip.
  • The scouts encamped in the forest for the weekend.

Translations

Translations of the word "encamped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acampado

🇮🇳 शिविर में

🇩🇪 gelagert

🇮🇩 berkemah

🇺🇦 розташований

🇵🇱 zakwaterowany

🇯🇵 キャンプ中の

🇫🇷 campé

🇪🇸 acampar

🇹🇷 kamp kurmuş

🇰🇷 진영을 치다

🇸🇦 مخيم

🇨🇿 ustanovený

🇸🇰 ustanovený

🇨🇳 扎营

🇸🇮 postavljen

🇮🇸 kampaður

🇰🇿 лагерде

🇬🇪 ჩამოყალიბებული

🇦🇿 düşərgə edilmiş

🇲🇽 acampar

Word origin

The word 'encamped' is derived from the verb 'encamp,' which can be traced back to the late Middle Ages. It comes from the French term 'encamper' and the Latin word 'campare,' which means to camp or to lodge in a temporary location. Historically, the use of encamping was significant for military operations, particularly in the context of setting up a base during expeditions or battles. As exploration and outdoor activities gained popularity, the term also became associated with recreational camping. Over the centuries, the meaning of encamped expanded to include various forms of temporary lodging, emphasizing the act of gathering in natural or outdoor settings.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,690, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.