bivouac
/หbษชv.u.รฆk/IPA: /B IH1 V W AE0 K/
noun
- 1
An encampment for the night, usually without tents or covering.
- 2
Any temporary encampment.
- 3
A temporary shelter constructed generally for a few nights.
- 4
The watch of a whole army by night, when in danger of surprise or attack.
- 5
A structure formed by migratory ants out of their own bodies to protect the queen and larvae.
verb
- 1
To set up camp.
โWe'll bivouac here tonight.โ
- 2
To watch at night or be on guard, as a whole army.
- 3
To encamp for the night without tents or covering.
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