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pyromania

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈmeɪniə/

KK: /ˌpaɪrəˈmeɪniə/

noun

Definition: A strong and uncontrollable desire to set things on fire.

Example: His pyromania led him to start several fires in the neighborhood.

pyrometallurgy

IPA: /ˌpaɪroʊˈmɛtəlɜrʤi/

KK: /ˌpaɪroʊˈmɛtəlɜrʤi/

noun

Definition: A process used to extract metals from their ores by using heat, often involving methods like smelting and roasting.

Example: Pyrometallurgy is commonly used in the extraction of copper and iron from their ores.

pyrophosphate

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈfɒsfeɪt/

KK: /ˌpaɪrəˈfɔsfeɪt/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is a salt or an ester derived from pyrophosphoric acid, often used in various biochemical processes.

Example: The laboratory used pyrophosphate to enhance the reaction rate in the experiment.

pyrosis

IPA: //paɪˈroʊsɪs//

KK: /paɪˈroʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical term for a burning sensation in the chest, often caused by acid reflux or heartburn.

Example: After eating spicy food, she experienced pyrosis that lasted for hours.

pyrotechnic

IPA: /ˌpaɪəˈtɛknɪk/

KK: /paɪəˈtɛknɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to fireworks or resembling fireworks, often used to describe something that is brilliant or spectacular.

Example: The pyrotechnic display lit up the night sky with vibrant colors and dazzling effects.

noun

Definition: A substance or device that is used to create fireworks or explosions, often involving combustion.

Example: The pyrotechnic display lit up the night sky with vibrant colors and loud bangs.

pyrotechnician

IPA: /ˌpaɪəˈrɛktɪkən/

KK: /paɪəˈrɛktɪkən/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or manages fireworks and other explosive displays.

Example: The pyrotechnician carefully planned the fireworks show for the festival.

pyrotechnics

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈtɛknɪks/

KK: /paɪrəˈtɛknɪks/

noun

Definition: The art and skill of creating and using fireworks, often for displays and celebrations.

Example: The pyrotechnics at the festival lit up the night sky with colorful explosions.

pyrotechnist

IPA: /ˌpaɪəˈrɛktɪst/

KK: /paɪəˈrɛktənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who is skilled in making or using fireworks and creating firework displays.

Example: The pyrotechnist created an amazing fireworks show for the festival.

pyroxene

IPA: //ˈpaɪr.ək.siːn//

KK: /pɪˈrɒk.siːn/

noun

Definition: A type of mineral that is commonly found in certain types of rocks, especially those formed from molten material or under high pressure. These minerals usually contain elements like magnesium, iron, calcium, sodium, or aluminum and can appear in various colors.

Example: Geologists often study pyroxene to understand the composition of igneous rocks.

pyrrol

IPA: /ˈpɪrəl/

KK: /ˈpɪrəl/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is a five-membered ring with four carbon atoms and one nitrogen atom, often used in organic chemistry.

Example: Pyrrol is an important building block in the synthesis of various organic compounds.

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