pyrotechny


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py·ro·tech·ny

 (pī′rə-tĕk′nē)
n.
See pyrotechnics.
[New Latin pyrotechnia : Greek puro-, pyro- + Greek tekhnē, craft; see technique.]
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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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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Noun1.pyrotechny - the craft of making fireworkspyrotechny - the craft of making fireworks  
pyrotechnics
craft, trade - the skilled practice of a practical occupation; "he learned his trade as an apprentice"
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