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buccaneers Definition and Meaning in English (buccaneers definition)

noun
Synonyms:piratesfreebooterscorsairs
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Buccaneers definition: Buccaneers were pirates, especially those who preyed on Spanish shipping in the West Indies during the 17th century.

Definitions of Buccaneers

  1. 1noun(historical)

    Buccaneers were pirates, especially those who preyed on Spanish shipping in the West Indies during the 17th century.

Example Sentences

historical

“The buccaneers sailed under a flag of their own design, striking fear into the hearts of merchant crews.”

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law-abiding citizens

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