happy camper

noun

1. Slang. a person who is cheerful and satisfied:

   There were no happy campers after the company was reorganized.

happy camper

noun

1. informal.
   a happy, satisifed person (esp in the phrase not a happy camper )

Idioms and Phrases

A satisfied participant, a contented person, as in She loved the challenge of her new job; she was one happy camper . This expression is also often put in the negative, as in She hated the heat and humidity of the southern summer; she was not a happy camper . [ Slang ; mid-1900s]

Example Sentences

Signs suggest that, in part, she may be going back to her "30 Minute Meal" roots - which, selfishly, makes me a very happy camper.

From Salon

Just don't rush this process; you'll be a very happy camper later if you abide by these directions.

From Salon

The stainless steel cooking plane cleans easily and a handle helps you carry it back to the car, a full and happy camper.

From Los Angeles Times

Pop them in the oven for half an hour or so, broil for a bit to get them beautifully browned and your guests will be very happy campers.

From Salon

I don't know about you, but if I were waking up every morning and writing checks to lawyers — even super PAC checks — I wouldn't be a happy camper.

From Salon