corsair

noun
UK: /ˈkɔːseər/
US: /ˈkɔːrser/

  1. A pirate, especially one operating in the Mediterranean.

    1. The corsair ship sailed quickly.
    2. That famous corsair raided coastal villages for gold and treasures.

  2. A fast, lightly armed ship used by pirates.

    1. The corsair was known for its speed.
    2. The swift corsair evaded the naval blockade with ease last night.

Synonyms

pirate freebooter buccaneer
corsair verb

  1. To engage in piracy; to act as a pirate.

    1. They corsair along the coast.
    2. The ship decided to corsair after losing its trading license there.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "corsair" in English means: A pirate, especially one operating in the Mediterranean., A fast, lightly armed ship used by pirates..

The phonetic transcription of "corsair" is /ˈkɔːseər/ in British English and /ˈkɔːrser/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "corsair": pirate, freebooter, buccaneer.

Example usage of "corsair": "The corsair ship sailed quickly.". More examples on the page.