piratically

adv

piratically

adv

Etymology From pirate + -ically; attested earlier than piratical; equivalent to piratical + -ly.

1

In a piratical manner.

  • ...the mariners then navigating the said vessel upon the said voyage, maliciously, wilfully, feloniously, and piratically did make an assault...1876, Great Britain Parliament, Parliamentary Papers:

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