English · Word Candidate

camel

/ˈkæml̩/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: camels

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A mammalian beast of burden, much used in desert areas, of the genus Camelus.

Noun

Examples

Returne our Mules and emptie Camels backe, That we may trauell into Siria, […]

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A light brownish color, like that of a camel (also called camel brown).

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

Of a light brown color like that of a camel.

Adjective

Examples

[…] try to select accessories that are in the same color family as your coat," says millinery designer Patricia Underwood. To pick up the weave of a brown tweed jacket, for instance, choose a camel hat and black gloves.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

A cigarette of a popular American brand.

Noun

Examples

Mr. Martin bought the pack of Camels on Monday night in the most crowded cigar store on Broadway.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “camel” mean?

A mammalian beast of burden, much used in desert areas, of the genus Camelus.

Is “camel” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.