BIVOUAC


Meaning of BIVOUAC in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' bi-v ə - ˌ wak, ' biv- ˌ wak

Function: noun

Etymology: French, from Low German biwacht, from bi by + wacht guard

Date: 1819

1 : a usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter

2 a : encampment usually for a night b : a temporary or casual shelter or lodging

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