1. the scientific study of heat, fire, and combustion processes
Usage: technical; scientific
2. the study of the effects of high temperatures on materials and substances
Usage: technical; materials science

Examples

• Pyrology helps engineers understand how materials behave when exposed to extreme heat.
• The researcher specialized in pyrology and studied the thermal decomposition of polymers.
• Advances in pyrology have improved fire safety standards in construction.
• Pyrology is essential for developing heat-resistant materials used in aerospace applications.