decamp

[dɪˈkæmp]

decamp Definition

to leave a place suddenly or secretly, especially in order to escape from it.

Using decamp: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "decamp" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The soldiers decamped during the night.

• Example

  The thieves decamped with all the money.

• Example

  The campers decamped early in the morning.

• Example

  The company decided to decamp to a new location.

decamp Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for decamp

• flee
• escape
• abscond
• bolt
• run away

Phrases with decamp

• decampment

  the act of leaving a place suddenly or secretly

  Example

  The decampment of the troops was unexpected.

• decamp from

  to leave a place suddenly or secretly, especially in order to escape from it

  Example

  The robbers decamped from the bank with the money.

• decamp to

  to leave a place suddenly or secretly and go to another place

  Example

  The company decided to decamp to a new location.

Origins of decamp

from French 'décamper', meaning 'to decamp, depart'

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Summary: decamp in Brief

'Decamp' [dɪˈkæmp] is a verb that means to leave a place suddenly or secretly, often to escape from it. It can be used in various contexts, such as military, criminal, or business, as in 'The soldiers decamped during the night,' 'The thieves decamped with all the money,' and 'The company decided to decamp to a new location.' Synonyms include 'flee,' 'escape,' and 'abscond,' while informal equivalents are 'take off' and 'skedaddle.'