campfire
UK: ˈkæmpfaɪə | US: ˈkæmpfaɪər
n. an outdoor fire used for warmth, cooking, or social gatherings, typically made while camping.
The word "campfire" is a straightforward compound of "camp" (from Latin campus, meaning "field," later evolving to denote temporary outdoor lodging) and "fire" (from Old English fȳr, rooted in Proto-Germanic fōr). The term reflects the practical union of these two elements—a fire lit in a campsite—dating back to early human gatherings in natural settings. Its logic is transparent, preserving the original spellings and meanings of both components.
We gathered around the campfire to tell stories and roast marshmallows.
The scouts learned how to build a safe campfire in the woods.
A campfire crackled softly under the starry sky.
Always extinguish your campfire completely before leaving the site.
The smell of smoke from the campfire lingered on our clothes.