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Definition of backpacking

backpacking

/ˈbækˌpæk.ɪŋ/
back · pack · ing
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• noun

1

The outdoor recreational activity of hiking for more than a day while carrying all necessary camping gear, food, and supplies in a pack on one's back.

Example

"Their summer trip involved two weeks of wilderness backpacking through the Cascade Mountains."

2

A form of low-cost, independent international travel using a backpack to carry belongings and typically staying in hostels or inexpensive accommodations.

Example

"She spent a gap year after college backpacking across Southeast Asia on a tight budget."

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• Nearby Words

backorder
backpack
backpacker
backpacking
backpaddle
backpedal
backplate

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Backpacking. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/backpacking
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