piratical

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to pirates or piracy.

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Variants

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pirate , pirates , piratical , piratically

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Etymology

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From pirate + -ical, forming an adjective.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pirate' comes from the Latin word 'pirata', meaning 'plunderer'.

2. The Jolly Roger, the pirate flag with a skull and crossbones, was originally used as a warning flag to indicate that the ship carrying it was not to be approached.

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Related Concepts

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1. piracy: The act of attacking and seizing a ship at sea, and taking control of it and its cargo and passengers.

2. pirate: A person who attacks and seizes a ship at sea and plunders its cargo and passengers.

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Culture

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The term 'piratical' has been used extensively in literature and popular culture to depict the lawless and rebellious nature of pirates. It is often associated with acts of plunder and maritime adventures.

How to Memorize "piratical"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a pirate ship sailing on the open sea, with pirates wearing bandanas and wielding swords. Visualize the pirate flag with a skull and crossbones.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'piratical' with pirates, treasure, and the sea.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence: 'Pirates are known for their piratical ways, plundering ships and treasures on the high seas.'

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