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    Corsario (en. Privateer)

    /korˈsa.ɾjo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Pirate who obtains a letter of marque to attack ships from other countries.
    The corsair Sir Francis Drake is known for his attacks on the Spanish fleet.
    El corsario Sir Francis Drake es conocido por sus ataques a la flota española.
    Ship used by corsairs.
    The corsair sailed in a swift and agile ship.
    El corsario navegaba en un barco ágil y veloz.
    Privateer in the context of historical maritime conflicts.
    Corsairs played an important role during maritime wars.
    Los corsarios jugaban un papel importante durante las guerras marítimas.

    Etymology

    From the French 'corsaire', which in turn comes from the Latin 'cursus', meaning 'race' or 'navigation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    letter of marque
    Document that authorizes a corsair to attack enemy ships.
    patente de corso
    to act like a corsair
    To act as a corsair, that is, to attack and loot vessels.
    hacer un corsario

    Related Words

    naval
    Related to navigation or the navy.
    naval
    piracy
    Practice of attacking ships and stealing their cargo.
    piratería
    boarding
    Action of boarding a ship to assault it.
    abordaje

    Slang Meanings

    Person who acts in a cunning or dishonest manner.
    Don't be a corsair in business, be honest.
    No seas corsario en los negocios, sé honesto.
    Someone who profits illegitimately.
    That guy is a corsair, always taking advantage of others.
    Ese tipo es un corsario, siempre está aprovechándose de los demás.