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Definition pirate in British English

pirate noun

[countable] noun
/ˈpaɪrət/
1

someone who attacks ships while they are sailing in order to steal things from them

Synonyms and related words
thief burglar robber
2

someone who illegally makes and sells copies of computer programs, books, videos, or CDs

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abductor abettor accessory
2.1

made by copying something illegally

Example

poor quality pirate videos

Synonyms and related words
illegal unlawful shady
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thief burglar robber
3.1

broadcasting something illegally

Example

an offshore pirate radio station

Synonyms and related words
AM cable cable television
Definition pirate in British English