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Buccaneer

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Meanings of Buccaneer

Verb

  • To act like a pirate and take things from other ships.

Noun

  • A person who sails on a ship and takes things from other ships, like a pirate.
  • A sailor who explores the seas and sometimes steals from others.

Explanation of the word: Buccaneer

A buccaneer is a kind of pirate. They were people who sailed on ships a long time ago and looked for treasure.

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Translations for the word: Buccaneer

hindi
बकनीर (Buccaneer) in Hindi

baknīr

खजाना (Treasure) in Hindi

khajānā

पाइरेट (Pirate) in Hindi

pā'iraṭ

   

Synonyms for the word: Buccaneer

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Buccaneer

What does 'buccaneer' mean?
A buccaneer is a type of pirate who sailed the seas a long time ago, often looking for treasure.
How do you pronounce 'buccaneer'?
You say 'buccaneer' like this: buh-kuh-neer.
What is the origin of the word 'buccaneer'?
The word 'buccaneer' comes from a French word 'boucanier', which referred to hunters who cooked meat on a wooden frame.
What is the meaning of 'buccaneer' in Kannada?
The word 'buccaneer' in Kannada is 'ಬಕ್ಕನಿಯರ್' (Bakkaniyār).