refugee camp

/ˌˈrɛfjəˌˈdʒi kæmp/
/rɛfjuˈdʒi kæmp/
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Other forms: refugee camps

Definitions of refugee camp
  1. noun
    shelter for persons displaced by war or political oppression or for religious beliefs
    synonyms: camp
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    type of:
    shelter
    temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons
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