Meaning of the word pyro in English

What does pyro mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pyro

US /ˈpaɪ.roʊ/
UK /ˈpaɪ.rəʊ/

Noun

a pyromaniac; a person with an obsessive desire to set things on fire

Example:
The police are looking for a suspected pyro after a series of arsons.
He's a real pyro, always playing with matches.