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There was a time when fast playing and fretboard pyrotechnics on the bass were important to me and when I am recording a bass track, that is still very important to me.
Geddy Lee

Meaning of "pyrotechnics" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF PYROTECHNICS

pyrotechnics  [ˌpaɪrəʊˈtɛknɪks] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF PYROTECHNICS

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conjunction
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Pyrotechnics is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES PYROTECHNICS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

pyrotechnics

Pyrotechnics

Pyrotechnics is the science of using materials capable of undergoing self-contained and self-sustained exothermic chemical reactions for the production of heat, light, gas, smoke and/or sound. Pyrotechnics include not only the manufacture of fireworks but items such as safety matches, oxygen candles, explosive bolts and fasteners, components of the automotive airbag and gas pressure blasting in mining, quarrying and demolition. Individuals responsible for the safe storage, handling, and functioning of pyrotechnic devices are referred to as pyrotechnicians.

Definition of pyrotechnics in the English dictionary

The first definition of pyrotechnics in the dictionary is the art or craft of making fireworks. Other definition of pyrotechnics is a firework display. Pyrotechnics is also brilliance of display, as in the performance of music.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH PYROTECHNICS


avionics
ˌeɪvɪˈɒnɪks
electromechanics
ɪˌlɛktrəʊmɪˈkænɪks
electronics
ɪlɛkˈtrɒnɪks
electrotechnics
ɪˌlɛktrəʊˈtɛknɪks
harmonics
hɑːˈmɒnɪks
hydroponics
ˌhaɪdrəʊˈpɒnɪks
knicks
nɪks
mechanics
mɪˈkænɪks
nix
nɪks
Nyx
nɪks
onyx
ˈɒnɪks
optoelectronics
ˌɒptəʊɪlɛkˈtrɒnɪks
phenix
ˈfiːnɪks
phoenix
ˈfiːnɪks
phonics
ˈfɒnɪks
photonics
fəʊˈtɒnɪks
psychotechnics
ˌsaɪkəʊˈteknɪks
technics
ˈtɛknɪks
UNIX
ˈjuːnɪks
zootechnics
ˌzəʊəˈtɛknɪks

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE PYROTECHNICS

pyrostat
pyrostatic
pyrosulphate
pyrosulphuric
pyrosulphuric acid
pyrotartrate
pyrotechnic
pyrotechnical
pyrotechnically
pyrotechnician
pyrotechnist
pyrotechny
pyrovanadic
pyrovanadic acid
pyroxene
pyroxenic
pyroxenite
pyroxenitic
pyroxenoid
pyroxylic

WORDS THAT END LIKE PYROTECHNICS

animatronics
biomechanics
calisthenics
celestial mechanics
conics
consumer electronics
eugenics
fluid mechanics
geomechanics
hygienics
mechatronics
optronics
quantum electronics
quantum mechanics
rock mechanics
sonics
statistical mechanics
supersonics
tectonics
ultrasonics

Synonyms and antonyms of pyrotechnics in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «pyrotechnics» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF PYROTECHNICS

Find out the translation of pyrotechnics to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of pyrotechnics from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «pyrotechnics» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

烟火
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

pirotecnia
570 millions of speakers

English

pyrotechnics
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

आतिशबाज़ी बनाने की विद्या
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الألعاب النارية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

пиротехника
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

pirotecnia
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আড়ম্বর
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

pyrotechnie
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Piroteknik
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Pyrotechnik
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

花火製造術
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

불꽃 놀이
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Pyrotechnics
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

thuật hỏa công
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

வாணவேடிக்கைகள்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

दारूकाम
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

fişekçilik
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

pirotecnica
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

pirotechnika
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

піротехніка
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

pirotehnie
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

πυροτεχνήματα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

vuurwerk
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

pyroteknik
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

pyroteknikk
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of pyrotechnics

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «PYROTECHNICS»

The term «pyrotechnics» is regularly used and occupies the 63.653 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «PYROTECHNICS» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «pyrotechnics» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «pyrotechnics» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about pyrotechnics

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2 QUOTES WITH «PYROTECHNICS»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word pyrotechnics.
1
Geddy Lee
There was a time when fast playing and fretboard pyrotechnics on the bass were important to me and when I am recording a bass track, that is still very important to me.
2
Bob Woodward
I think journalism gets measured by the quality of information it presents, not the drama or the pyrotechnics associated with us.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PYROTECHNICS»

Discover the use of pyrotechnics in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to pyrotechnics and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Basic Principles and Theory, ...
Much more than a simple how-to guide, the book discusses chemical and pyrotechnic principles, components of high-energy mixtures, and elements of ignition, propagation, and sensitivity.
John A. Conkling, Chris Mocella, 2010
2
The Preparatory Manual of Black Powder and Pyrotechnics
The Preparatory Manual of Black Powder and Pyrotechnics is a new Handbook discussing the world's most commonly used pyrotechnic compositions. The book contains multiple sections dividing the area of pyrotechnics into various levels.
Jared Ledgard, 2006
3
High Energy Materials: Propellants, Explosives and Pyrotechnics
This handbook and ready reference covers all important HEMs from the 1950s to the present with their respective properties and intended applications.
Jai Prakash Agrawal, 2010
4
Gunpowder: Alchemy, Bombards, and Pyrotechnics: The History ...
Traces the history of gunpowder from its origins in tenth-century China to the twenty-first century, discussing its effects on world civilizations and inventions, and looking at how its purpose has come full circle with gunpowder once again ...
Jack Kelly, 2009
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A Professional's Guide to Pyrotechnics: Understanding and ...
This book offers a well-rounded selection of reliable, well-researched formulas for the most popular exploding fireworks, including M80s, cherry bombs, ash cans, chasers, globe torpedoes, Knallkorpers, aerial bombs, cracker balls, ...
John Donner, 1997
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Explosives, propellants and pyrotechnics
Part of Brassey's Battlefield Weapons Systems and Technology Series.
A. Bailey, S. G. Murray, 2000
7
Pyrotechnics on the Page: Playful Craft that Sparks Writing
"With Pyrotechnics on the Page, Ralph is poised to teach so many of us once again in a whole new way, and we're going to have a grand ol' time learning what he wants to teach us about playing with language."-from the foreword by katie Wood ...
Ralph J. Fletcher, 2010
8
Safety of Reactive Chemicals and Pyrotechnics
Accidents involving reactive chemicals can often be prevented, or their effects alleviated, if those handling them have a sound knowledge both of their hazardous properties and of appropriate handling methods. This book addresses this need.
Y. Wada, N. Foster, T. Yoshida, 1995
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Encyclopedic Dictionary of Pyrotechnics: (and Related ...
Articles appearing in this collection are:Roman Candle Accident: Comet Characteristics Pyrotechnic Burn Rate Measurement: Interstitial Flame Spread Rate Testing Aerial Shell Augmentation Effects Feasibility Study on the Use of Nanoscale ...
Kenneth L. Kosanke, Bonnie J. Kosanke, Barry T. Sturman, 2012
10
Encyclopaedia of Occupational Health and Safety: Industries ...
J. Kroeger* The pyrotechnics industry may be defined as the manufacture of pyrotechnic articles (fireworks) for entertainment, for technical and military use in signalling and illumination, for use as pesticides and for various other purposes.
Jeanne Mager Stellman, 1998

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PYROTECHNICS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term pyrotechnics is used in the context of the following news items.
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Pyrotechnics, Noise, Gunfire, Vulture Effigies Possible in Roost Purge
They'll be carrying rifles and shooting pyrotechnics in the area, according to ... and set off pyrotechnics at dusk to deter the vultures from returning to the roost. «Patch.com, Jul 15»
2
Elmwood filming on Thursday to include pyrotechnics
Pyrotechnics will be used in filming scheduled at the Robert E. Nims Center Studios in Elmwood on Thursday (July 9), according to a Jefferson Parish ... «NOLA.com, Jul 15»
3
Late-night pyrotechnics test local folks' patience
But even Longo, a lifelong Rotterdam resident and a United States Air Force veteran, has a limit when it comes to pyrotechnics. Longo, 67, of Melrose Street, ... «The Daily Gazette, Jul 15»
4
Pyrotechnics experts placing final touches on NYC fireworks show
NEW YORK CITY (WCBS/CNN) - Pyrotechnics experts are making final ... New York's East River in the nation's largest Independence Day pyrotechnics display. «KPLC-TV, Jul 15»
5
Plenty of pyrotechnics to see in San Diego on the Fourth
But July 4 is special, as the theme park hosts its “Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular,” offering an extended pyrotechnic display over Mission Bay set to ... «San Diego Community Newspaper Group, Jun 15»
6
Anaheim to Allow Fireworks for 1st Time in Nearly 30 Years …
Nearly 30 years after Anaheim voters moved to ban on fireworks in following a destructive fire, the safe-and-sane kind of Fourth of July pyrotechnics went on sale ... «KTLA, Jun 15»
7
Truck filled with pyrotechnic explosives reported stolen
Police said the white cube truck contains theatre pyrotechnics and other explosives that should only be handled by professionals. Police say the truck was stolen ... «CBC.ca, Jun 15»
8
5 Seconds of Summer Guitarist Catches Fire
Rolling Stone reports that Clifford's hair caught the flames of their pyrotechnics during their second night playing the venue while the band played their hit song, ... «Radio.com Music and Entertainment News, Jun 15»
9
5SOS' Calum Hood 'also burnt by stage pyrotechnics' as band vow …
5 Seconds of Summer 's Calum Hood lead well wishes to his bandmate Michael Clifford today after he was burnt by stage pyrotechnics - but it appears he was ... «Mirror.co.uk, Jun 15»
10
Adam Gemili felled by pyrotechnics after he sprints into history
Darren Campbell, Olympic 4x100m relay champion and BBC Radio Five Live pundit, said: “Adam told me he had been given a shock by the pyrotechnics going ... «Telegraph.co.uk, Jun 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Pyrotechnics [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/pyrotechnics>. Apr 2024 ».
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