What is another word for corsairs?

Pronunciation: [kˈɔːse͡əz] (IPA)

Corsairs were pirates who operated in the Mediterranean Sea during the 16th and 17th centuries. They were notorious for their daring raids and plundering of ships. There are several synonyms for the word corsairs, including buccaneers, privateers, and freebooters. Buccaneers were pirates who operated in the Caribbean sea during the 17th and 18th centuries. Privateers were licensed by the government to attack enemy ships during war. Freebooters were a type of pirate who operated in the Caribbean and Atlantic Ocean during the 17th and 18th centuries. Although these terms are often used interchangeably, they have slightly different meanings and origins. The one thing they share in common is a reputation for being ruthless and adventurous.

What are the hypernyms for Corsairs?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Corsairs

We were out of sight of the African coast, and were not likely to be attacked by Salee, Riff, or Algerine corsairs; and Tom observed that if we were, it would be a pleasing variety to our day's work, as we should to a certainty beat them off.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
Though they tempered their piratical career with deeds of chivalry and the outward forms of religious devotion, they were none the less blood-seeking corsairs.
"The Story of Malta"
Maturin M. Ballou
More than half the corsairs were now overcome.
"The World with a Thousand Moons"
Edmond Hamilton

Famous quotes with Corsairs

  • Conan wheeled toward the gaping corsairs. "Well, you dogs!" he roared, "I've sent your chief to hell--what says the law of the Red Brotherhood?"
    Robert E. Howard

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