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pyrotechnic (adj.)

1704, "of or pertaining to fire;" 1825, "of or pertaining to fireworks," from pyro- + Greek tekhnikos "made by art," from tekhnē "art" (see techno-). Figurative use attested from 1847. Related: Pyrotechnical (1610s, from pyrotechny "use of gunpowder," 1570s).

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Definitions of pyrotechnic from WordNet
1
pyrotechnic (adj.)
of or relating to the craft of making fireworks;
pyrotechnic smokes
Synonyms: pyrotechnical
pyrotechnic (adj.)
suggestive of fireworks;
pyrotechnic keyboard virtuosity
a pyrotechnic wit
2
pyrotechnic (n.)
(usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.;
Synonyms: firework
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