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Pyrotechnics

Noun CEFR C1
ˌpaɪ.ɹəˈtɛk.nəks

Definitions

  1. The art and technology of fireworks and related military applications.
    uncountable
  2. A display of fireworks.
    uncountable
  3. An impressive display.
    figuratively, uncountable

Equivalents

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Examples

“Dazzling verbal pyrotechnics and incredibly vivid characterization.”
“Mainstream Records, wowed by Nugent's Hendrix-like guitar pyrotechnics, signed the guys and issued their self-titled debut album in 1968.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

pyrotechnist pyrotechnology pyrotechny pyrotect pyroterebic acid pyroteuthid

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