What is another word for freebooters?
Pronunciation: [fɹˈiːbuːtəz] (IPA) 
Freebooters are individuals who engage in piracy or illegal activities on the high seas. Synonyms for the word freebooters include plunderers, marauders, corsairs, buccaneers, raiders, and privateers. These terms all describe individuals who engage in criminal activities on the open waters. The word plunderers specifically refers to those who rob ships or coastal towns, while marauders indicate a group of people who engage in violence and theft. Corsairs and buccaneers are types of pirates who operated in specific geographical areas, while raiders generally refer to those who attack with a specific goal in mind. Privateers are individuals authorized by a government to engage in piracy against enemy ships during times of war.
