What is another word for watch fire?
Pronunciation: [wˈɒt͡ʃ fˈa͡ɪ͡ə] (IPA) 
The term "watch fire" refers to a fire that is lit for the purpose of keeping watch or providing a signal. Some synonyms for this term include beacon fire, signal fire, watchtower fire, and lookout fire. A beacon fire is any fire that is used to signal a warning, to guide navigators, or to alert authorities. Signal fire is a commonly used term to indicate the same thing as watch fire, whereas a watchtower fire is typically used to refer to a fire that is lit atop a tower for the purposes of warning or defense. Lastly, a lookout fire is usually a term used to describe a fire that is lit to serve as a lookout point for spotting potential fires or other dangers in the surrounding area.
