pyrotechnician

[ pahy-roh-tek-nish-uhn ]

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noun

a specialist in the origin of fires, their nature and control, etc.
a fireworks technician or expert; pyrotechnist.
a performer capable of dazzling virtuosity:
a pyrotechnician of the keyboard.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of pyrotechnician¹

First recorded in 1720–30; pyro(technics) + technician

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Example Sentences

Maggie Goll, a prop maker and licensed pyrotechnician with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, worked with Halls on Hulu’s “Into the Dark” horror anthology series in 2019.

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“It would look like a revolution,” added the pyrotechnician negligently, as he lighted a cigarette in the lamp chimney.

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“Be on your guard,” cautioned the pyrotechnician, exchanging a knowing look with Placido.

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