campsite

noun

camp·​site ˈkamp-ˌsīt How to pronounce campsite (audio)
: 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
Recent Examples on the Web This kitchen organizer provides intuitive storage across a series of utensil sleeves, knife sheath, and see-through pockets for whatever campsite dining requires. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2024 In the West, cities like Denver, Los Angeles, Portland, Oregon, and San Diego, can offer homeless people spots in new hotel programs and sanctioned campsites to clear away encampments. Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for campsite 

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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 8 May. 2024.

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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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