camp

A camp refers to a place where people gather for a period of time, typically in a temporary setting such as tents or temporary lodgings, often for recreational purposes. It can also denote an organized group engaged in a specific activity, such as a summer camp for children.

• We set up our camp near the lake. — 私たちは湖の近くにキャンプを設営しました。
• The summer camp provided various activities for the kids. — 夏のキャンプでは子どもたちに様々なアクティビティが提供されました。

To camp means to set up a temporary shelter or lodging in a specific location, often for recreational purposes or as part of an outdoor activity. This practice usually involves sleeping outdoors, often in tents, and is commonly associated with vacations or exploring nature.

• We decided to camp in the mountains for the weekend. — 私たちは週末に山でキャンプをすることにしました。
• They often camp during their summer road trips. — 彼らは夏のロードトリップの際によくキャンプをします。

The term camp is also used to describe something that is exaggerated in a way perceived as exaggeratedly theatrical or overly stylized. It carries connotations of being ostentatious or exaggeratedly artificial, often to the point of being humorous or absurd.

• The film was a bit camp, with its over-the-top performances and costumes. — その映画はちょっとキャンプで、演技と衣装が大げさでした。
• Her camp style at the party turned heads. — パーティーでの彼女のキャンプスタイルは注目を集めました。