pirate
Translation
pirate, buccaneer, copyright infringer
Examples
The pirate buried his treasure on the island.
The pirate buried his treasure on the island.
He is a software pirate.
He is a software pirate.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) pirate a person who attacks and robs ships at sea. Captain Jack is a famous pirate.
((a/the)) pirate a person who illegally copies and sells music, films, etc. He was accused of being a software pirate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: buccaneer, corsair, marauder
Etymology
From Greek 'peiratēs', meaning 'one who attacks ships'.
Memory Tips
Picture a classic pirate with an eyepatch and a parrot. The modern meaning refers to someone who 'steals' digital content.