noun

backpacking

backpacking

They went backpacking through Europe.

They went backpacking through Europe.

Backpacking requires careful planning.

Backpacking requires careful planning.

((go backpacking)) to go on a trip carrying a backpack They went backpacking through Europe.

Synonyms: hiking, trekking, budget travel

From 'back' + 'pack' + '-ing' (noun-forming suffix). Literally, the activity of carrying a pack on one's back.

Imagine carrying your home (a backpack) on your back while traveling the world. This visual helps remember the concept.

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