noun

Kemper

Kemper (noun) means one who competes or struggles for superiority; a champion or fighter (archaic). Example: “The old ballad describes the kemper riding out to defend his village.”

noun

One who competes or struggles for superiority; a champion or fighter (archaic).

"The old ballad describes the kemper riding out to defend his village."

How to use Kemper

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old word for a fighter or champion.

When to use it

Archaic; found mainly in older ballads and literature.

Word forms

kempers plural

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Etymology

From kemp ("to contend or struggle") plus the suffix -er, related to German Kämpfer, meaning "fighter".

Origin: German

Rhymes for Kemper

temper

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Kemper” mean?

The word “Kemper” means one who competes or struggles for superiority; a champion or fighter (archaic). In plain terms, an old word for a fighter or champion.

How do you use “Kemper” in a sentence?

Here is “Kemper” used in a sentence: “The old ballad describes the kemper riding out to defend his village.”

What part of speech is “Kemper”?

“Kemper” is a noun.

Where does the word “Kemper” come from?

The word “Kemper” comes from German. From kemp ("to contend or struggle") plus the suffix -er, related to German Kämpfer, meaning "fighter".

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