"pyromachy" meaning in All languages combined

See pyromachy on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From pyro- + -machy. Etymology templates: {{confix|en|pyro|machy}} pyro- + -machy Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} pyromachy (uncountable)
  1. The use of fire in combat. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Fire, War

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