pyrotechnics

[ pahy-ruh-tek-niks ]

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

1. the art of making fireworks:

   My dad's friend studied pyrotechnics and made us firecrackers for our birthdays.

2. the use of fireworks for display, military purposes, etc.:

   That department is in charge of coordinating and monitoring pyrotechnics.

3. a display of fireworks:

   The breathtaking pyrotechnics were the highlight of the concert.

4. a brilliant or sensational display, such as of rhetoric or musicianship:

   His verbal pyrotechnics stunned audiences at the debate.

5. Military. ammunition containing chemicals for producing smoke or light, as for signaling, illuminating, or screening.

pyrotechnics

/ ˌpaɪrəʊˈtɛknɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular the art or craft of making fireworks
2. functioning as singular or plural a firework display
3. functioning as singular or plural brilliance of display, as in the performance of music

   keyboard pyrotechnics

Derived Forms

• ˌpyroˈtechnic, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of pyrotechnics¹

First recorded in 1710–20; pyrotechnic, -ics

Example Sentences

Gray told MSPs he discussed a range of issues at the Hampden matches, including pyrotechnics, business engagement in sport and the SPFL’s work to support community wellbeing.

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The lights came back up moments later to show him spinning Buswell around on his shoulders as pyrotechnics flared in the background.

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The pyrotechnics were then used during disorder and antisocial behaviour in Gracemount.

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The area was where a police officer was injured and buses were damaged by pyrotechnics on Halloween night,

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Riot police were targeted with bricks and buses were pelted by pyrotechnics and badly damaged during incidents in Niddrie.

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