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Meaning of buccaneer
A pirate or privateer, typically one operating in the Caribbean during the 17th and 18th centuries
Etymology of buccaneer
The word "buccaneer" originates from the French word "boucanier," which refers to a hunter or smoker of meat, particularly in the Caribbean
The term was initially used to describe the French and English hunters who smoked meat on the island of Hispaniola, but later came to be associated with piracy and privateering in the region
Synonyms
Definitions
- A pirate who sails and raids in the Caribbean, especially during the 17th and 18th centuries
- * A privateer or ship that is authorized by a government to attack enemy ships, especially during wartime
Usage Examples
- The famous buccaneer, Henry Morgan, raided Spanish colonies and ships in the Caribbean during the late 17th century
- * The pirate ship sailed the high seas, striking fear into the hearts of all who crossed its path, like a true buccaneer of old
Antonyms
lawman
officer
enforcer
guardian
protector
defender
peacekeeper
policeman
constable
marshal
sheriff
warden
custodian
sentinel
watchman
patrolman
detective
investigator
lawyer
judge
magistrate
diplomat
mediator
negotiator
peacemaker