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pyrotechny

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py·ro·tech·ny  (pr-tkn)
n.

[New Latin pyrotechnia : Greek puro-, pyro- + Greek tekhn, craft; see technique.]

pyrotechnics, pyrotechny
1. the art of making and using fireworks.
2. a brilliant and dazzling display, as of eloquence, wit, virtuosity, etc. — pyrotechnic, pyrotechnical, adj.
See also: Fireworks
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Noun1.pyrotechny - the craft of making fireworkspyrotechny - the craft of making fireworks        
craft, trade - the skilled practice of a practical occupation; "he learned his trade as an apprentice"


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