campfire

noun

camp·​fire ˈkamp-ˌfī(-ə)r How to pronounce campfire (audio)
Synonyms of campfirenext
: a fire built outdoors (as at a camp or a picnic)

Examples of campfire in a Sentence

We gathered around a campfire and shared stories.
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My favorite flavor is the campfire bark. Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Dec. 2025 This savory twist on the campfire classic is best served warm from the oven. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025 Decorate a yule log, search for hidden ones, and gather around the campfire for s’mores, cider, and a special wish-burning tradition. Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 10 Dec. 2025 Then there are the few that can transport to a different space entirely, evoking everything from polished hotel lobbies to lush rainforests, hidden gardens, and even smoky campfires. Alexandra Ditch, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for campfire

Word History

First Known Use

1816, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of campfire was in 1816

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“Campfire.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/campfire. Accessed 20 Dec. 2025.

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campfire

noun
camp·​fire ˈkamp-ˌfī(ə)r How to pronounce campfire (audio)
: a fire built outdoors (as at a camp)

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