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Similar frustration led to a property tax bill bonfire this weekend, organized by the Lawndale Christian Development Corporation, for which Townsell is the executive director.—Chris Tye, CBS News, 17 Nov. 2025 Guests can book a facial or detox treatment at the on-site spa and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities from hiking to bonfires.—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 14 Nov. 2025 Since there is a limited number of pits, be sure to book in advance with the cafe—a reservation gets you a bonfire kit (which includes wood) as well as a s'more kit.—Acacia Gabriel, Travel + Leisure, 13 Nov. 2025 While this conversation and the subsequent polygraph test are going on, the other women stand around a bonfire.—Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bonfire
Word History
Etymology
Middle English bonefire a fire of bones, from bon bone + fire
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