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   Pyre , n. [L. pure, Gr. , fr.  fire. See Fire.] A funeral pile; a combustible heap on which the dead are burned; hence, any pile to be burnt.
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   For nine long nights, through all the dusky air,
   The pyres thick flaming shot a dismal glare.
   Pope.
   
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