2 entries under this word

Encamp

En-cămp', v. i.

verbintransitive

[imp. & p. p. ENCAMPED (en-kămpt', 108); p. pr. & vb. n. ENCAMPING.] [Prefix en and camp, q. v.] To form and occupy a camp; to prepare or settle in temporary habitations, as tents or huts; to halt on a march, spread tents, and remain for a night or for a longer time, as an army or company.

En-cămp', v. t.

verbtransitive

To form into a camp; to place in a temporary habitation, or quarters.

Bid him encamp his soldiers. Shak.