freebooty

/ˈfriːbuːti/

Definitions

1. noun

booty or spoils, especially those taken by a pirate or a freebooter; plunder.

“The pirate’s freebooty included gold, jewels, and fine silks.”

2. noun

a pirate or freebooter, especially one who operates in a particular region.

“The Caribbean was infested with freebooty, preying on unsuspecting ships.”

3. verb

to plunder or pillage, especially in a pirate or freebooter’s style.

“The raiders freebooted the town, taking valuable supplies and equipment.”

Synonyms

  • booty
  • plunder

Antonyms

  • destruction
  • loss