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US/ˌbʌk.əˈnɪr/
UK/ˌbʌk.əˈnɪə/
a pirate, especially one who attacked ships in the Caribbean long ago; also a bold, risk-taking businessperson
In context
In the 1600s, buccaneers attacked Spanish ships carrying gold across the Caribbean.
The famous buccaneer Henry Morgan later became deputy governor of Jamaica.
The press described the tycoon as a modern buccaneer who loved risky deals.
Words that go with buccaneer
noun + preposition
- buccaneers ofThe buccaneers of the Caribbean hid their ships in quiet bays.
adjective + noun
- English buccaneerThe English buccaneer sailed into the harbour at night.
- famous buccaneerThe island was once home to a famous buccaneer.
- notorious buccaneerThe film is about a notorious buccaneer and his crew.
noun + noun
- buccaneer captainThe buccaneer captain shared the gold with his men.