Meaning & Definition of word "Campfire"

Campfire

/ˈkæmˌfaɪər/

1. A fire laid outdoors, often in a circular arrangement of stones or in a fire pit, used for warmth, cooking, or recreation, especially during camping.
- Example: We gathered around the campfire to roast marshmallows and share stories.
2. A social gathering around such a fire, typically involving singing, storytelling, and other communal activities.
- Example: The campers enjoyed a night of laughter and music by the campfire.
3. A designated area for building a fire, usually for recreational or cooking purposes.
- Example: The campsite provided a safe campfire area with benches around it.

The term combines 'camp', from Latin 'campus' meaning field, and 'fire', from Old English 'fyr'.

around the campfire:

Gathered near a campfire, often to socialize or share stories.

campfire songs:

Songs sung in a communal setting around a campfire.

campfire cooking:

Cooking food over a fire built at a campsite.

tent:

A portable shelter made of fabric or other materials, typically used while camping.

hiking:

The activity of going for long walks, especially across country or in the woods.

s'mores:

A sweet snack made of graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallow, typically roasted over a campfire.

Meaning: Campsite hangout

Example Sentence: Let's meet at the campsite hangout by the campfire.

Meaning: Fire pit gathering

Example Sentence: We're having a fire pit gathering and bonfire this weekend.