Campfire

/ˈkæmˌfaɪər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
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.
We gathered around the campfire to roast marshmallows and share stories.
A social gathering around such a fire, typically involving singing, storytelling, and other communal activities.
The campers enjoyed a night of laughter and music by the campfire.
A designated area for building a fire, usually for recreational or cooking purposes.
The campsite provided a safe campfire area with benches around it.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Campsite hangout
Let's meet at the campsite hangout by the campfire.
Fire pit gathering
We're having a fire pit gathering and bonfire this weekend.