bonfire

noun

bon·​fire ˈbän-ˌfī(-ə)r How to pronounce bonfire (audio)
: a large fire built in the open air

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Activities ranged from yoga classes and forest hikes with the resident goats to watercolor painting, s’mores bonfires, and artisanal honey tastings that perfectly captured the upstate vibe. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024 The event include ice sculptures, a bonfire, food trucks, a Special Olympics Polar Plunge and live music. Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024 The annual event includes bonfires on the beach, a festive parade, holiday markets and more. Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024 Beyond the chilly fun run, this San Luis Valley festival includes other lively activities, like a polar plunge, a bonfire, a disc golf tournament, ice carving demonstrations, and more. Sarah Kuta, The Denver Post, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bonfire 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English bonefire a fire of bones, from bon bone + fire

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bonfire was in the 15th century

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“Bonfire.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bonfire. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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bonfire

noun
bon·​fire ˈbän-ˌfī(ə)r How to pronounce bonfire (audio)
: a large outdoor fire

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