Tent: meaning, definitions and examples

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tent

 

[ tɛnt ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

camping

A tent is a shelter made of fabric or other material that is supported by poles and used for camping or outdoor activities.

Synonyms

camp shelter, camping tent, shelter

Examples of usage

  • We set up our tent in the middle of the forest.
  • The tent protected us from the rain during the camping trip.
Context #2 | Verb

camping

To tent means to set up a tent as shelter for camping or outdoor activities.

Examples of usage

  • We tented near the river for the weekend.
  • They tented in the national park during their vacation.

Translations

Translations of the word "tent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tenda

🇮🇳 तम्बू

🇩🇪 Zelt

🇮🇩 tenda

🇺🇦 намет

🇵🇱 namiot

🇯🇵 テント

🇫🇷 tente

🇪🇸 tienda de campaña

🇹🇷 çadır

🇰🇷 텐트

🇸🇦 خيمة

🇨🇿 stan

🇸🇰 stan

🇨🇳 帐篷 (zhàngpeng)

🇸🇮 šotor

🇮🇸 tjald

🇰🇿 шатыр

🇬🇪 კარავი

🇦🇿 çadır

🇲🇽 tienda de campaña

Etymology

The word 'tent' originated from the Latin word 'tendere', which means 'to stretch'. Tents have been used for shelter by various cultures throughout history, dating back to ancient times. They have been essential for nomadic tribes, military campaigns, and outdoor enthusiasts. Tents have evolved in design and materials, providing portable and temporary shelter for a wide range of purposes.

See also: tentative, tenting.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,592 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.