What are the definitions of “camp out”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

1To sleep outdoors, usually in a tent or makeshift shelter.
He planned to camp out in the wild.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “camp out”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb camp out is to sleep outdoors, usually in a tent or makeshift shelter. This often happens during camping trips or outdoor adventures.

What are the different verb forms of “camp out”?

Root Verb	camp out
Third Person Singular Present	camps out
Present Participle	camping out
Simple Past	camped out
Past Participle	camped out

Example

We love to camp out under the stars during the summer.

Example

She camps out in the backyard with her friends.

Example

They are camping out in the mountains this weekend.

Example

Last year, we camped out at the beach.

Example

We have camped out in many national parks.

What kind of phrasal verb is “camp out”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“camp out” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

The kids camped out in the backyard.

Example

We camped out by the lake last summer.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“camp out” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

The kids camped out in the backyard.

Example

We camped out by the lake last summer.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “camp out”?

Camp out for something

To wait in line, often overnight, for an event or opportunity, such as buying tickets or getting a good spot at a concert.

Example

Fans camped out for days to get tickets to the popular music festival.

Camp out in front of

To spend a lot of time in front of something, such as a TV or computer.

Example

He camped out in front of the TV all weekend, watching his favorite shows.

Good things to know

Does “camp out” have an informal or formal tone?

Camp out is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is commonly used in everyday conversations and can also be used in more formal settings, such as in written articles or presentations about outdoor activities or events.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “camp out”?

Synonyms

bivouac
sleep outdoors
stay outside
rest in the open
pitch a tent

Antonyms

sleep indoors
stay inside
rest in a building
check into a hotel
rent a room