Definitions

1. noun

A person who engages in piracy, especially on the high seas.

“The pirate ship sailed into the harbor, its flag waving in the wind.”

2. noun

A person who steals or copies another’s intellectual property, such as music or movies, without permission.

“The music industry has been plagued by pirates who distribute copyrighted material online.”

3. verb

To steal or copy another’s intellectual property, such as music or movies, without permission.

“The company’s software was pirated by hackers and distributed online.”

4. noun

A person who operates a boat, especially a small or privately owned one.

“The pirate of a small sailboat navigated the narrow channel with ease.”