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piracy

/ˈpɪrəsi/ noun · British & US
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What does piracy mean?

noun

The act of robbery or violence at sea, or the unauthorized reproduction or distribution of copyrighted material, especially music or movies, in digital form. Piracy can also refer to the act of using or selling counterfeit goods.

Example

"The pirate ship sailed the high seas, engaging in piracy and plundering the riches of other vessels."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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