What does privateer mean?
noun
A privateer was a private ship or boat authorized to attack and capture enemy vessels during wartime. The term is now often used to describe a person who engages in piracy, but is technically a privateer if they have been authorized to do so.
Example
"The privateer was known for its speed and agility, making it a formidable opponent on the high seas."
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