battle formation

camp; encampment; position

Noun, used as a suffix

group; gang; party; corps

war; battle; campaign

summoning circle (esp. in fantasy fiction); magic circle

magic square

to encamp; to take up positions

camp (supporters of a doctrine, party, etc.); faction (of a party)

Orig. meaning

military camp; encampment; cantonment

Military

encampment; position

Sports

side; end; goal area

going into battle; departure for the front

appearing (in a match)

starting an election campaign

Military

battle formation; military formation

troop headquarters; stronghold

Historical term

inn designated for use by a daimyo (Edo period)

vanguard; advance guard