piratically en · ADV
Etymology
From pirate + -ically; attested earlier than piratical; equivalent to piratical + -ly.
Meanings
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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:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most piratically | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more piratically | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
eo pirate (in the manner of a pirate)