Meaning of pyrotron | Babel Free
/ˈpaɪ.ɹə(ʊ)ˌtɹɒn/Definitions
- A magnetic mirror.
- A notional subatomic particle invented to explain cases of spontaneous human combustion.
Examples
“Spontaneous combustion may sound like “no cause at all;” but it isn't, except, perhaps, for people who allegedly ignite while watching TV. Actually, even for that kind of urban myth, causation is presumed: pyrotrons, of course.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.