Freebooter: meaning, definitions and examples
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freebooter
[ ˈfriːbuːtər ]
pirate
A freebooter is a pirate or adventurer who makes a living by plundering ships and coastal settlements.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The freebooter sailed the high seas in search of treasure.
- The freebooter's reputation for ruthlessness spread far and wide.
historical
In historical context, a freebooter was a mercenary or professional soldier who fought for various employers without any official authorization.
Synonyms
hireling, mercenary, soldier of fortune
Examples of usage
- The freebooter was known for switching sides depending on the highest bidder.
- During the war, freebooters were hired to bolster the army's ranks.
Translations
Translations of the word "freebooter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 corsário
🇮🇳 समुद्री डाकू
🇩🇪 Freibeuter
🇮🇩 bajak laut
🇺🇦 корсар
🇵🇱 korsarz
🇯🇵 海賊 (kaizoku)
🇫🇷 flibustier
🇪🇸 filibustero
🇹🇷 korsan
🇰🇷 해적 (haejeok)
🇸🇦 قرصان (qursan)
🇨🇿 korzár
🇸🇰 korsár
🇨🇳 海盗 (hǎidào)
🇸🇮 korsar
🇮🇸 sjóræningi
🇰🇿 теңіз қарақшысы
🇬🇪 მეკობრე (mek'obre)
🇦🇿 quldur
🇲🇽 filibustero
Word origin
The term 'freebooter' originated in the 16th century, combining 'free' and 'boot', referring to the loot or booty obtained by pirates. Freebooters were notorious for their plundering activities during the Age of Sail, especially in the Caribbean and other maritime regions. Over time, the term evolved to also include mercenaries and adventurers operating outside the law.
See also: boot, booties, bootleg, bootlegger, bootlicker, boots, booty, reboot.