Bivouac

Webster's Dictionary of the English Language

·vi To watch at night or be on guard, as a whole army.

II. Bivouac ·vi To encamp for the night without tents or covering.

III. Bivouac ·noun An encampment for the night without tents or covering.

IV. Bivouac ·noun The watch of a whole army by night, when in danger of surprise or attack.

Related Words

  • bivouac

    The resting for the night in the open-air by an armed party, instead of encamping. ...

    The Sailor's Word-Book