What is another word for Decamping?

Pronunciation: [dɪkˈampɪŋ] (IPA)

There are various synonyms for the word "decamping" which can be used according to the context. The word "flee" is one of the synonyms which means to run away from something in order to avoid danger or punishment. "Departure" is another synonym that refers to leaving a place or situation. "Escape" is yet another synonym that refers to getting away from a dangerous or difficult situation. "Abscond" means to leave secretly and in a hurry to avoid being caught. "Retreat" is another synonym which can be used to indicate the movement away from a difficult or dangerous situation. These synonyms can be used interchangeably to describe the act of leaving a particular place or situation in a hurry or secretly.

What are the hypernyms for Decamping?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Decamping

He was Decamping with his booty, when a rifle-ball put an end to his career.
"Stories of Animal Sagacity"
W.H.G. Kingston
At length Watson, Decamping, made a forced march down the Georgetown road; but paused at Ox swamp, six miles below the lower bridge.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James
One day she awoke to find that her husband had crowned his villainy by Decamping with her valuables and all her savings.
"By-Ways of Bombay"
S. M. Edwardes, C.V.O.

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