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pyromaniac

/paɪˈroʊməˌneɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does pyromaniac mean?

noun

A person who has a strong desire to set fires, often without any apparent motive or benefit. This behavior is considered a psychological disorder.

Example

"The pyromaniac was arrested after setting fire to an abandoned warehouse."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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