wall tent

noun

1. a tent having four perpendicular sides, usually larger and with more headroom than most pyramid-shaped tents.

Word History and Origins

Origin of wall tent¹

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45

Example Sentences

Her company, Diamond Brand, just launched a new line of high-end wall tents called the Liminal, thick with vents and fasteners demanded by discerning campers.

From Reuters

Thorn said they spent about six years at the Northern California homestead, living in a wall tent before the spring they were pumping out of ran dry.

From Seattle Times

Cabins, bunk rooms, “glamping” in a canvas wall tent or Native American tepee, hiking, horseback riding and croquet on a ranch four miles out of town.

From Washington Post

On horseback, the group ascended to a camp of wall tents above 9,000 feet and scouted higher terrain.

From Washington Times

It’s a camp in name only; guests enjoy private wall tents with en-suite bathrooms and running water, comfortable beds and nearly exclusive access to the prized Upper Nushagak.

From Washington Post