PRIVATEER
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Privateer.
Privateer - as a noun
A privately owned warship commissioned to prey on the commercial shipping or warships of an enemy nation
Privateer - as a verb
To function under official sanction permitting attacks on enemy shipping and seizing ship and cargo; to engage in government-sponsored piracy.
To advocate or benefit from privatization of government services.
Example Sentences
"The privateer intercepted the enemy's cargo ship and seized its valuable goods."
"During the war, many privateers were commissioned by the government to attack enemy vessels."
"The privateer sailed under a letter of marque and had the legal authority to capture enemy ships."
"The life of a privateer was filled with danger and uncertainty."
"The privateer's crew celebrated their recent successful raid on an enemy port."
Word Game Points
Is PRIVATEER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, privateer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRIVATEER has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is PRIVATEER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, privateer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRIVATEER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is PRIVATEER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, privateer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRIVATEER has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
