Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sleep-rough
verb
/sliːp rʌf/
Definition
To sleep outdoors or in a place that is not comfortable, often without proper shelter.
Examples
- After losing his job, he had to sleep-rough for several weeks.
- Many hikers choose to sleep-rough to connect more closely with nature.
Meaning
The term ‘sleep-rough’ typically refers to the experience of resting in unprotected or makeshift accommodations, often associated with homelessness or outdoor living.
Synonyms
- camp
- rough it
- rest outdoors
