Pirate Definition & Meaning
pirate
- noun
- someone who uses another person's words or ideas as if they were his own
- someone who robs at sea or plunders the land from the sea without having a commission from any sovereign nation
- a ship that is manned by pirates
- verb
- copy illegally; of published material
- take arbitrarily or by force; "The Cubans commandeered the plane and flew it to Miami"
"Pirate" in song lyrics
See how pirate is used in real songs:
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"My penmanship's these battleships, Psychic pirate"
9th Prince f/ Tekitha — Vandalism -
"Spy with a millipede pentagon pirate"
Aesop Rock — Nickel Plated Pockets -
"with a stable diet of my cable pirate"
AesopROCK — Basic Cable
Words that rhyme with pirate
Usage tips for "pirate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pirate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pirate to find words that pair well.