pyrotechnics
noun/ˌpaɪroʊˈtɛknɪks/
Frequency rank: #18,724 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
the art or display of fireworks or explosive effects, often used in entertainment or performances.
Example sentence
The crowd gasped in amazement at the stunning pyrotechnics that lit up the night sky.
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