pyrotechnist

American  

[pahy-ruh-tek-nist] / ˌpaɪ rəˈtɛk nɪst /

noun

1. a person skilled in pyrotechnics, especially in the manufacture or use of fireworks.

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Etymology

Origin of pyrotechnist

First recorded in 1785–95; pyrotechn(ics) + -ist

Example Sentences

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pyrotechnist

Moreover, every pyrotechnist has his own taste in the matter of compositions.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" by Various

The cocked hats and officers had the space all to themselves, with the car, the firemen, the pyrotechnist and the few privileged and very self-conscious civilians who were allowed inside.

From A Wanderer in Florence by Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall)

Not the captors of Guido Fawkes bounced with more consternation, when that eminent pyrotechnist proposed to touch off his gunpowder for their especial gratification and amusement.

From Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 62, No. 384, October 1847 by Various

Nor does the pyrotechnist resort much to the use of pure oxygen, although very brilliant effects may be produced by burning various substances in glass jars filled with the gas.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" by Various

But if the dove runs defectively and there is any hitch, every one is dismayed, for the harvest will be bad and the pyrotechnist will receive nothing.

From A Wanderer in Florence by Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall)