Camping meaning : To live in a tent or similar temporary accommodation. To set up a camp. To afford rest or lodging for. To stay in an advantageous location in a video game, such as next to a power-up's spawning point or in order to guard an area. To fight; contend in battle or in any kind of contest; to strive with others in doing anything; compete. To wrangle; argue. The recreational activity of temporarily living in a tent or similar accommodation, usually in the wilderness. The act of setting up a camp.