Other definitions for pyro (2 of 2)
a combining form meaning “fire,” “heat,” “high temperature,” used in the formation of compound words: pyrogen; pyrolusite; pyromancy. Chemistry. ... The combining form is also used in the names of the salts of these acids.
Why does Pyro mean fire?
pyro-, prefix. pyro- comes from Greek, where it has the meaning "fire, heat, high temperature'':pyromania, pyrotechnics.
Is Pyro Latin for fire?
From Latin pyro-, from Ancient Greek πῦρ (pûr, “fire”).
