pyrotechnics

noun plural py·ro·tech·nics \ˌpī-rə-ˈtek-niks\

: a bright display of fireworks

: a very impressive show or display that requires great skill

Full Definition of PYROTECHNICS

singular or plural in construction : the art of making or the manufacture and use of fireworks

a : a display of fireworks

b : a spectacular display (as of extreme virtuosity) <verbal pyrotechnics> <keyboard pyrotechnics>

— py·ro·tech·ni·cian \-ˌtek-ˈni-shən\ noun

— py·ro·tech·nist \-ˈtek-nist\ noun

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