They gathered wood to build a campfire.

Meaning: This means to collect pieces of wood to make a fire outside.

Choice of Words: Gathered means to collect or bring together things. Wood is a hard substance that comes from trees. Campfire is a fire built outdoors for cooking, warmth, or light. When you put them together, it means collecting pieces of wood to make a fire outside.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• They gathered around the campfire, sharing stories.
• They cut wood to build a house.
• The campfire crackled and popped, casting a warm glow on the faces of the gathered friends.
• Friends gathered around the campfire.
• The children gathered around the campfire, singing and laughing.
• The children gathered around the campfire, their faces aglow with excitement.
• The campers gathered around the crackling campfire, sharing stories and laughter.
• We gathered around the campfire and sang songs.
• We used the wood to build a birdhouse.
• They shared stories around the campfire.