Pirating
/ˈpaɪrətɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of copyrighted material, typically in violation of intellectual property laws.
The company sued the website for pirating its software without permission.
- (n.) The act of robbery or illegal seizure of a ship or its cargo at sea, historically governed by admiralty law.
The crew was accused of pirating merchant vessels in international waters.
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Commentary
Pirating as a noun encompasses both intellectual property violations and maritime theft; context determines its legal application.
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