Definition of «pirate»

A pirate is a person who engages in piracy, which is the act of attacking and robbing ships at sea. Pirates are often portrayed as swashbuckling adventurers who seek treasure and glory on the high seas. They may also be known for their fearsome reputation and their use of violence to achieve their goals. The term "pirate" can also refer more broadly to anyone who engages in unauthorized or illegal activity, such as software piracy (the act of copying or distributing copyrighted material without permission).

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The pirate ship sailed through treacherous waters, searching for hidden treasure.
Captain Blackbeard was a notorious pirate known for his ruthless exploits on the high seas.
The children dressed up as pirates for Halloween, complete with eye patches and wooden swords.
The crew of the pirate vessel raided a wealthy merchant ship, looting all of its valuables.
In the movie, the main character became a reluctant pirate after being stranded on a deserted island.
The pirate code dictates that any stolen booty must be divided equally among the crew.
The infamous pirate flag, known as the Jolly Roger, struck fear into the hearts of sailors.
The museum had a fascinating exhibit on the history of piracy, displaying artifacts from famous pirates.
The young boy loved reading adventure books about pirates and dreaming of sailing the seas.
Long John Silver, a one-legged pirate, was a central character in Robert Louis Stevenson's novel "Treasure Island."

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He eventually escapes, becoming the infamous high - seas pirate of the title. (combustiblecelluloid.com)
Black Flag is the best Assassin's Creed since the second one, or better, if you're a big fan of pirate ships. (player.one)
, does an admirable job playing the space pirate in his younger days. (scmp.com)
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Definition of «pirate»

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