Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pyro
Prefix / Slang
/ˈpaɪroʊ/
Definition
A prefix meaning fire or heat; often used to describe things relating to fire.
Examples
- Pyromaniac: A person who has an obsession with fire.
- Pyrotechny: The art of making and using fireworks.
- Pyroclastic: Relating to the explosive eruption of volcanoes.
Meaning
The term ‘pyro’ comes from the Greek word ‘pur’, meaning fire. It is frequently used in various contexts, especially in science and arts, to denote combustion or burning.
Synonyms
- Fire
- Heat
- Combustion
