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Adjective: pyrotechnic  ,pI-ru'tek-nik or ,pI-row'tek-nik
  1. Suggestive of fireworks
    "pyrotechnic keyboard virtuosity"; "a pyrotechnic wit"
     
  2. Of or relating to the craft of making fireworks
    "pyrotechnic smokes";
    - pyrotechnical
Noun: pyrotechnic  ,pI-ru'tek-nik or ,pI-row'tek-nik
  1. (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.
    - firework

Derived forms: pyrotechnics

See also: extraordinary

Type of: low explosive

Encyclopedia: Pyrotechnic