corsair Meaning & Definition
/kɔːɹsɛəɹ/
What Does Corsair Mean?
Corsair is a noun that means A French privateer, especially from the port of Saint-Malo. It is also used to mean A privateer or pirate in general.
Corsair: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /kɔːɹsɛəɹ/ |
| Synonyms | barbary pirate |
| Plural | corsairs |
Corsair Definition (Noun)
- A French privateer, especially from the port of Saint-Malo.
- A privateer or pirate in general.
- The ship of such privateers or pirates, especially of French nationality.
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Noun
- A French privateer, especially from the port of St-Malo
- The ship of privateers or pirates, especially of French nationality
Synonyms of Corsair
barbary pirate
Corsair synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
corsair (plural corsairs)
Words That Rhyme With Corsair
Origin of Corsair
Borrowed from French corsaire, from Medieval Latin cursārius (“pirate”), from Latin cursus (“course, a running; plunder, hostile inroad”). Doublet of courser and hussar.
Frequently Asked Questions About Corsair
What part of speech is corsair?
Corsair is a noun.
What is another word for corsair?
Close synonyms of corsair are barbary pirate. See the full list of corsair synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of corsair?
The plural of corsair is corsairs.