Synonyms for pyrotechny

Grammar : Noun

Spell : pahy-ruh-tek-niks

Phonetic Transcription : ˌpaɪ rəˈtɛk nɪks

Définition of pyrotechny

Origin : 1729, from pyrotechnic (also see -ics). Figurative sense is from 1901.

As in fireworks display : noun fireworks exhibition
As in pyrotechnics : noun fireworks

Example sentences :

It is also used to form sulphide of barium; and, in pyrotechny, instead of the more expensive nitrate.
Extract from : « Cooley's Cyclopdia of Practical Receipts and Collateral Information in the Arts, Manufactures, Professions, and Trades..., Sixth Edition, Volume I » by Arnold Cooley

I shall create some surprising effects if my old cunning in pyrotechny has not forsaken me.
Extract from : « The Fugitives » by R.M. Ballantyne

A place fitted up for the performance of experimental or manufacturing operations in chemistry, pharmacy, and pyrotechny.
Extract from : « Cooley's Practical Receipts, Volume II » by Arnold Cooley

The "System of Pyrotechny" bears the ear-marks of much careful experimental study.
Extract from : « James Cutbush » by Edgar F. Smith

Common coal, for burning in fires, is never employed in pyrotechny; it would produce only dull red sparks and smoke.
Extract from : « The Pyrotechnist's Treasury » by Thomas Kentish

Its chief use is as a pigment and in pyrotechny to make white fire.
Extract from : « Cooley's Cyclopdia of Practical Receipts and Collateral Information in the Arts, Manufactures, Professions, and Trades..., Sixth Edition, Volume I » by Arnold Cooley

It is decomposed by heat, and is largely used in pyrotechny for the preparation of green fire.
Extract from : « Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 3 » by Various

That was "back in the Sixties," when his lapses were as far apart as they were unrivalled in consumption, span, and pyrotechny.
Extract from : « Ancestors » by Gertrude Atherton

Having seen Venetian pyrotechny, one realizes that all fireworks should be ignited over water.
Extract from : « A Wanderer in Venice » by E.V. Lucas

At length the discharge of a cannon summoned the admirers of pyrotechny to witness a display of their art.
Extract from : « Trevethlan: (Vol 2 of 3) » by William Davy Watson

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