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encampment

/ɪnˈkæmp.mənt/
en · camp · ment
Plural:encampments
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• noun

1

A place with temporary accommodations consisting of huts, tents, or other makeshift shelters, typically used by soldiers, nomads, or displaced people.

Example

"Archaeologists uncovered the remains of a seasonal trading encampment along the riverbank."

2

The act of setting up a camp or the state of living in a temporary camp.

Example

"The expedition's prolonged encampment in the valley allowed researchers to document local plant species."

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• Rhymes for encampment

• Nearby Words

enamor
enamored
encamp
encampment
encapsulate
encase
encasement

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 16th century, derived from the verb 'encamp' plus the suffix '-ment', ultimately tracing back via Middle French 'camper' and Italian 'campeggiare' to Latin 'campus', meaning 'level field'.

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