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† pyroˈbolical, a. Obs.
[f. as prec. + -al1.]
Relating to the art of casting fire, i.e. ? to artillery, or ? to fireworks. So † pyˈrobolist [F. pyroboliste, Ger. pyroballist], one who makes or manages artillery or fireworks; † pyroˈbology [F. pyrobologie, 18th c.], † pyˈroboly, the art of making or managing fireworks, pyrotechny.
1728Chambers Cycl. s.v. Pyrotechny, Some call Pyrotechny by the name Artillery;..Others chuse to call it Pyrobology [ed. 1738 adds or rather pyroballogy], q.d. the Art of Missile Fires. 1729G. Shelvocke Artillery iii. 165 To fire several Pyrobolical Machines, which are used upon Rejoicing Occasions. Ibid. 169 Nothing..that may be of Use to the diligent and expert Pyrobolist. 1732Hist. Litteraria III. 110 He called together the most expert of the Fire-workers and Pyrobolists. Ibid. IV. 114 If the Chinese have been so ancient in the Mystery of Pyroboly and Pyrotechnics. |