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pirating

/ˈpɪrətɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does pirating mean?

verb

The act of pirating, especially in the context of copyright infringement or software piracy. The act of sailing or navigating a ship in a way that is unauthorized or illegal.

Example

"The company was accused of pirating software from a rival firm."

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

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