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noun
Third Person
pirates
1
a person who attacks and robs ships at sea, typically for personal gain
- The pirate attacked the merchant ship and stole its cargo.
- The crew fought back bravely against the pirates who boarded their ship.
- Pirates in the Caribbean were notorious for their violent raids.
- In the story, the pirates buried their treasure on a remote island.
- He dressed as a pirate for the costume party, complete with a hat and sword.
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2
a person who copies or appropriates another's work, ideas, or creations without permission
- The author sued the publisher for being a literary pirate.
- Software pirates illegally distribute copyrighted programs.
- Students who plagiarize are considered academic pirates.
- Music pirates upload albums without consent from the artist.
- He was labeled a pirate for copying the design.
3
a ship that is crewed and operated by pirates
- The navy chased the pirate across the open sea.
- The story describes a pirate with a black-sailed ship.
- The pirate was discovered during a coastal raid.
- They destroyed the pirate in the story.
- The film depicted a fast, maneuverable pirate.
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