pyrotechnics
Art of fireworks
Pyrotechnics is the art and science of fireworks and explosive displays.
The term covers both the craft of making fireworks and the spectacles themselves: The pyrotechnics at the concert finale were breathtaking.
Figuratively, pyrotechnics describes any dazzling display of skill or virtuosity: The guitarist's pyrotechnics left the audience stunned.
A pyrotechnic is a single firework or explosive device.
Propulsion-driven flying vehicles
- sparklersHandheld burning wands
- fountainsWater-spouting structures
- peonyFragrant, many-petaled ornamental
- chrysanthemumOrnamental daisy relative
willow · palm · horsetail · comets · cakes · barrage · aerials · salute
Starting combustion process
- detonatorExplosive initiation device
- fuseProtective melting wire
- combustionExothermic reaction with oxygen
- propellantSubstance creating thrust
oxidizer · nitrocellulose · composition · stars · timer · delay · primer
Hindu festival of lights
- MidsummerSummer's peak period
- carnivalTraveling amusement attraction
- fiestaFestive public celebration
- jubileeSpecial anniversary observance
commemoration · festival · gala · revelry · pageant · ceremony · tradition
Designing performance movement sequences
- illuminationProvision of light
- night-skyOverhead darkness after dusk
- finaleConcluding part of performance
- lightshowProgrammed illumination entertainment
extravaganza · grandeur · spectators · oohs · aahs · synchronized · set-piece · tableau
Losing electrons chemically
- combustionExothermic reaction with oxygen
- exothermicReleasing energy as heat
- strontiumAlkaline earth element 38
- bariumSoft silvery alkaline element
copper · magnesium · aluminum · titanium · sulfur · charcoal
Traumatic brain injuries from impact
rockets
Propulsion-driven flying vehicles
- sparklersHandheld burning wands
- fountainsWater-spouting structures
- peonyFragrant, many-petaled ornamental
chrysanthemum · willow · palm · horsetail · comets · cakes · barrage · aerials · salute · whistlers
ignition
Starting combustion process
- detonatorExplosive initiation device
- fuseProtective melting wire
- combustionExothermic reaction with oxygen
propellant · oxidizer · nitrocellulose · composition · stars · timer · delay · primer
Diwali
Hindu festival of lights
jubilee · commemoration · festival · gala · revelry · pageant · ceremony · tradition
choreography
Designing performance movement sequences
- illuminationProvision of light
- night-skyOverhead darkness after dusk
- finaleConcluding part of performance
lightshow · extravaganza · grandeur · spectators · oohs · aahs · synchronized · set-piece · tableau · panorama
oxidation
Losing electrons chemically
- combustionExothermic reaction with oxygen
- exothermicReleasing energy as heat
- strontiumAlkaline earth element 38
barium · copper · magnesium · aluminum · titanium · sulfur · charcoal
concussions
Traumatic brain injuries from impact
- OlympicsOlympics, Olympic Games, Summer Olympics, Winter Olympics, Olympic medal
- Film Technologycamera, projector, film reel, film stock, cinematograph
- wrestlingbody slam, wrestlers, takedown, pinfall, suplex
- Action Moviesaction movies, action films, action scenes, action stars, explosions
- film jobsdirector, actor, actress, producer, cinematographer
- fire usesburning, campfire, bonfire, grilling, roasting
pyrotechnicsunderstatement
Intentional diminishment for effect
subtlety · restraint · minimalism · plainness · simplicity
pyrotechnicsstillness
Complete lack of motion
calm · tranquility · serenity · quietude · placidity
pyrotechnicscandlelight
Luminescence from burning wick
steady glow · ambient light · soft lighting · lamplight · natural light
- pyrotechnic displaysOrganized explosive light shows