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pyro

pyro

1 9.1
A device that makes flames or sparks for shows
  • noun
  • /ˈpaɪroʊ/
  • Jargon
translation icon : efecto pirotécnico
  • Stand on stage, my monitors explode, pyro jets start misfiring, spray oil all over the stage.
  • use a pyro

So it forces me to turn to my right and as soon as I turn to my right, the right pyro bursts come up.

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Examples

  • Odyssey, you're go for pyro arm and docking, and we recommend you secure cabin pressurization.

  • I want to power up guidance, ECS, communications, warm up the pyros for the parachutes and the command module thrusters.

  • Go get a helicopter and some pyro.

  • Created a pressure wave from too much pyro and blew out the sound guy's ears, which is pretty nuts.

  • So it forces me to turn to my right and as soon as I turn to my right, the right pyro bursts come up.

  • Apollo 13, you are go for pyro arm and docking.

  • The stage was filled with bright lights and pyro that dazzled the audience during the concert.

  • As the band played their final song, the pyro erupted in a shower of colorful sparks.

  • For the grand finale, the show featured an impressive display of pyro that wowed everyone at the festival.

Synonyms

rocket
vspyro
184 3.7

A firework sent high into the sky that makes bright sparks

focuses on vertical propulsion and distance rather than close fire effects
firework
vspyro
180 1.9

An object that makes bright lights and loud sounds in the sky when it bursts

focuses more on flames sparks and special fire effects rather than general displays
firecracker
vspyro
51 2.6

A small explosive paper tube that makes a loud bang when you light it

is meant for visible flame or spark effects rather than loud explosive noise
sparkler
vspyro
12 2.6

A small hand-held firework that burns slowly and sends out bright sparks

is used for larger staged flame and spark effects rather than hand use
pyrotechnic
vspyro
  • Specialized
1 8.4

A small device that makes bright lights or signals when lit

is mainly used for theatrical flames and sparks rather than signaling

How Intense

pyro
  • Jargon
1 9.1
Roman candle
3 4.2
sparkler
12 2.6

Surface Forms

pyro singular
pyros plural

Etymology

Pyro comes from the Greek root pyr meaning 'fire', and it is used for the small charges or devices that make flames or sparks in shows. So a pyro device is simply a 'fire' gadget used to make stage effects.