Tenting: meaning, definitions and examples

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tenting

 

[ ˈtɛntɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

camping

The act of setting up and staying in a tent, typically as a form of recreational activity.

Synonyms

camping, outdoor living, tent camping

Examples of usage

  • We went tenting in the mountains for the weekend.
  • Tenting provides a more authentic outdoor experience compared to staying in a hotel.
Context #2 | Noun

medical

The surgical procedure of tenting or retracting tissue during an operation.

Synonyms

holding back, propping, retracting

Examples of usage

  • The surgeon used tenting to access the area of interest during the procedure.

Translations

Translations of the word "tenting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acampar

🇮🇳 तम्बू लगाना

🇩🇪 zelten

🇮🇩 berkemah

🇺🇦 розкладати намет

🇵🇱 biwakowanie

🇯🇵 テントを張る

🇫🇷 camper

🇪🇸 acampar

🇹🇷 çadır kurma

🇰🇷 텐트를 치다

🇸🇦 نصب الخيمة

🇨🇿 stanování

🇸🇰 stanovanie

🇨🇳 搭帐篷

🇸🇮 kampiranje

🇮🇸 tjalda

🇰🇿 шатыр тігу

🇬🇪 კარვის გაშლა

🇦🇿 çadır qurmaq

🇲🇽 acampar

Word origin

The word 'tenting' originated from the Old French word 'tente', which meant a portable shelter made of cloth or skins. Over time, the term evolved to also refer to the act of setting up and staying in a tent for recreational purposes. In the medical context, 'tenting' refers to the technique of retracting tissue during surgery to provide better access to the surgical site. The concept of tenting has been an integral part of human history, providing shelter and protection in various environments.

See also: tent, tentative.