pyre

Pyre is a term with multiple meanings. In its original sense, a pyre is a pile of combustible materials, especially wood, used for cremation of a body as part of funeral rites. Pyres have appeared in many cultures and historical periods, including Hindu cremation practices along rivers, and in ancient Greek and Roman ceremonies. The design and use of a pyre vary by tradition, law, and local customs; in some places the construction is regulated for safety and environmental reasons. In modern contexts, pyre often refers to a ceremonial fire that accompanies rites of passage, memorials, or religious observances; ashes are sometimes collected and interred or scattered according to local custom.

Pyre (software) is a static type checker for the Python programming language. Developed as an open-source project by Meta (Facebook), Pyre analyzes Python code to identify type errors and enforce typing rules, aiming for speed and scalability in large codebases. It uses a separate type environment and supports optional type hints, along with features such as type-aware search and fast incremental analysis.

Pyre is a 2017 video game from Supergiant Games. It is a story-driven action role-playing game set in a fantasy universe, where players lead a group of exiles through a series of magical competitions called the Rites. The game emphasizes choice and relationship building, with a narrative driven by player decisions.