happy camper

Definition

One who is thoroughly content or satisfied.

Etymology

The Dictionary of American Slang suspects the phrase to have originated among California movie and show-business people as a reference to child clients of summer camps.

Example Sentences

• "I will be a happy camper when they fix the potholes on my commute."
• "“You all look like happy campers to me,” Dan Quayle to the people of American Samoa."
• ""Call, but you can't fight union regulations" / "You're probably right. Still, their boss needs to know I'm not a happy camper.""