Definitions

1. verb

to make or render something like the pirated material, especially by distributing or selling it as one’s own.

“The company was accused of piratizing the original content of the film.”

2. verb

to acquire or obtain something in an unauthorized or illicit manner.

“The hackers piratized sensitive data from the company’s database.”

3. verb

to adapt or modify something in a way that is unauthorized or in violation of copyright laws.

“The artist was accused of piratizing the work of her rival.”