Camp Fire Boy

noun

a boy who is a member of Camp Fire, formerly Camp Fire Boys and Girls of America, a national organization of young people with the aim of building self-esteem, promoting a healthy lifestyle, developing character, and teaching leadership skills.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of Camp Fire Boy¹

First recorded in 1910–15

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“I’m going to be a Camp Fire boy until I’m big enough to be a Scout, if you’ll all let me,” he told the girls one night, and they all gave him the most cordial of welcomes.

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Camp Fire Camp Fire Girl

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