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Meaning of pirate
A person who sails the seas and steals from other ships, or a person who uses or reproduces someone else's work without permission.
Etymology of pirate
The word "pirate" comes from the Latin "pirata", which is derived from the Greek "peiratēs", meaning "sailor" or "sea robber"
The term has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to sailors who rob or attack other ships at sea
Over time, the term has also been used to describe people who infringe on intellectual property rights, such as copyright or trademark
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person who sails the seas and steals from other ships
- A person who uses or reproduces someone else's work without permission, especially in relation to copyright or intellectual property
- A person who operates outside the normal rules or laws, especially in a bold or daring way
Usage Examples
- The pirate ship sailed through the Caribbean, plundering vessels and amassing a vast treasure
- The company was accused of being a pirate, using copyrighted material without permission
- The pirate radio station broadcasted music and shows without a license, operating outside the normal rules and regulations
Antonyms
lawmaker
lawman
peacekeeper
guardian
protector
defender
preserver
conservator
enforcer
regulator
legislator
policymaker
administrator
manager
supervisor
coordinator
mediator
negotiator
diplomat
arbitrator
peacemaker