Tent: meaning, definitions and examples
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tent
[ tɛnt ]
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.
camping
To tent means to set up a tent as shelter for camping or outdoor activities.
Synonyms
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
Word origin
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.