1. a large outdoor fire built for celebration, disposal of waste, or warmth

Examples

• The students gathered around the bonfire at the beach party.
• We built a bonfire to burn the fallen leaves.
• The camping trip included roasting marshmallows over a bonfire.
• The town held a bonfire celebration for the holiday.
• They lit a bonfire to stay warm during the cold night.
• The bonfire crackled and sent sparks into the dark sky.