campfire

[ kamp-fahyuhr ]
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noun
  1. an outdoor fire for warmth or cooking, as at a camp.

  2. a gathering around such a fire.

  1. a reunion of soldiers, scouts, etc.

Origin of campfire

1
First recorded in 1665–75; camp1 + fire

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Camp Fire

noun
  1. a U.S. organization for girls and boys that emphasizes the building of character and good citizenship through work, health, and love; originally founded for girls (Camp Fire girls ) in 1910, it is now open to both boys and girls (Camp Fire members ).

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British Dictionary definitions for campfire

campfire

/ (ˈkæmpˌfaɪə) /


noun
  1. an outdoor fire in a camp, esp one used for cooking or as a focal point for community events

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