campsite

noun

camp·​site ˈkamp-ˌsīt How to pronounce campsite (audio)
Synonyms of campsitenext
: a place suitable for or used as the site of a camp

Examples of campsite in a Sentence

The campsite includes a picnic table and a grill for cooking. the campsite at least offers shower and bathroom facilities
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026 If a bear appears intent on approaching you, your group, or your campsite in a non-defensive manner (not showing signs of agitation), gather your group together, make noise, and try to discourage the bear from further approaching. ABC News, 28 May 2026 When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026 Things like four-wheel steering, CrabWalk, massive front trunk storage, exportable power for tools or campsites, and instant torque delivery with ridiculous acceleration. New Atlas, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for campsite

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of campsite was in 1850

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“Campsite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/campsite. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

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campsite

noun
camp·​site ˈkamp-ˌsīt How to pronounce campsite (audio)
: a place suitable for or used as the site of a camp

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