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Encampment: meaning, definitions and examples

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encampment

 

[ ɪnˈkæmpmənt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military

A military encampment is a temporary or semi-permanent setup where troops gather and rest during military operations.

Synonyms

base camp, bivouac, camp

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers set up an encampment at the base of the mountain.
  • The general ordered the construction of a new encampment closer to the enemy territory.
Context #2 | Noun

historical

In historical contexts, an encampment refers to a group of tents or shelters set up for temporary residence, often by nomadic or tribal communities.

Synonyms

campsite, outpost, settlement

Examples of usage

  • The archaeological site revealed traces of an ancient encampment used by early settlers.
  • The encampment of the nomadic tribe was a colorful sight in the desert.

Translations

Translations of the word "encampment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acampamento

🇮🇳 शिविर

🇩🇪 Lager

🇮🇩 perkemahan

🇺🇦 таборище

🇵🇱 obozowisko

🇯🇵 キャンプ

🇫🇷 campement

🇪🇸 campamento

🇹🇷 kamp alanı

🇰🇷 야영지

🇸🇦 مخيم

🇨🇿 tábořiště

🇸🇰 táborisko

🇨🇳 营地

🇸🇮 taborišče

🇮🇸 tjaldstæði

🇰🇿 лагерь

🇬🇪 ბანაკი

🇦🇿 düşərgə

🇲🇽 campamento

Etymology

The word 'encampment' originates from the Middle French word 'encampement', which in turn comes from the Old French 'en-,' indicating 'in' or 'within,' and 'campement' meaning 'camp.' The term has been used for centuries to describe temporary settlements for military or residential purposes, reflecting the need for humans to establish shelter and security in various environments.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,563, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.