pyrogenic

adjective

py·​ro·​gen·​ic ˌpī-rō-ˈje-nik How to pronounce pyrogenic (audio)
1
: of or relating to igneous origin
2
: producing or produced by heat or fever
pyrogenicity noun

Examples of pyrogenic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
In 2019, Wacker added production of pyrogenic silica. From Usa Today Network and Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 29 July 2022

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary

First Known Use

1823, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of pyrogenic was in 1823

Dictionary Entries Near pyrogenic

Cite this Entry

“Pyrogenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pyrogenic. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

pyrogenic

adjective
py·​ro·​gen·​ic ˌpī-rō-ˈjen-ik How to pronounce pyrogenic (audio)
: producing or produced by fever
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!