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camped

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈkæmpt// UK //kˈæmpt// camped

adj. staying in a tent or a simple shelter for a short time, usually for a holiday.

adj. residing temporarily in a tent, cabin, or similar outdoor shelter. Often used as a participial adjective to describe a state of being rather than a specific action.


SIMPLE

The children are camped in the backyard tonight.

CONTEXTUAL

We found a group of hikers already camped near the river when we arrived at the site.

COMPLEX

The protesters remained camped outside the government building for several weeks, braving the winter cold to ensure their demands were heard by the passing ministers.

Synonyms
Usage

Often follows a linking verb like 'be', 'stay', or 'remain'.

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