DAY 27 Camping

caravan (n.)

a vehicle equipped for living in, pulled by a car. Ex: The family traveled across Texas in a large _____ last summer.

ditch (v.)

(informal) To get rid of something or someone that is no longer wanted or needed. Ex: He decided to __ his old bicycle and buy a new one.

glamping (U)

(informal) A type of camping that is more comfortable and luxurious than traditional camping. Ex: If you don't like sleeping on the ground, __ is a great option.

home comforts (n.)

Things that make life comfortable, such as warm rooms, comfortable beds, and good food. Ex: I love camping, but after three days I really miss my __.

inflatable (adj.) /ˈɪnˌfɫeɪtəbəɫ/

That needs to be filled with air before use. Ex: We brought an __ boat to play on the lake.

the middle of nowhere (idiom)

(informal) A place that is a long way from any town or city. Ex: Their car broke down in __ with no phone signal.

pitch (v.)

1. To set up a tent or a camp.

2. To throw something with force.

3. To try to persuade somebody to buy something or support an idea.

4. To set sth at a particular level

Ex: 1. We found a flat place in the woods to __ our tent.

2. The player __ed the ball across the field.

3. She __ed her new project idea to the company managers.

4. They have __ed their prices too high.

slum it (idiom)

(informal) To spend time or live in conditions that are much less comfortable than those you are used to. Ex: We had to __ in a cheap hostel for one night when all the hotels were full.

under canvas (idiom)

In a tent. Ex: The children were excited to spend their first night sleeping __.