English Explanatory Dictionary

pyrotechnics

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The art and technology of fireworks and related military applications.
  2. A display of fireworks.
  3. An impressive display.

Pronunciation

/ˌpaɪ.ɹəˈtɛk.nəks/ /ˌpaɪ.roʊˈtɛk.nɪks/ en-us-pyrotechnics.ogg en-au-pyrotechnics.ogg

Word forms

pyrotechnics

Etymology

From pyro- + technic + -ics.

Synonyms

fireworks

Related words

pyro- pyrotechnic pyrotechnical pyrotechnician pyrotechnist pyrotechny
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