Noun: pyrotechnics ,pI-ru'tek-niks or ,pI-row'tek-niks
- The craft of making fireworks
"The family business specialized in pyrotechnics, creating spectacular displays for major events";
- pyrotechny
- (music) brilliance of display (as in the performance of music)
"The pianist's pyrotechnics dazzled the audience"
- (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with coloured flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.
"The sky was filled with dazzling pyrotechnics on Independence Day";
- firework
Type of: brilliance, craft, genius, low explosive, trade
Encyclopedia: Pyrotechnics
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