Piracy ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Piracy ( noun )

1. The unauthorized use or reproduction of another's work, whether books, music, films, etc.
2. An attack on ships at sea, especially by robbers on another ship or by a crew who have taken control of their own vessel.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french piracie, from latin piratia, from greek peiratia, from peiratēs "pirate".

Examples:

1. The company is taking legal action against the manufacturers of the counterfeit goods for copyright piracy.
2. Piracy is a major concern for shipping companies in the Gulf of Aden.
3. The pirates boarded the ship and demanded the crew to hand over all valuable items.
4. Piracy of software and movies is a serious problem for the entertainment industry.
5. The government had to take steps to prevent piracy in the area.

(As a verb)

Piracy ( verb )

1. The unauthorized use or reproduction of another's work, whether books, music, films, etc.
2. An attack on ships at sea, especially by robbers on another ship or by a crew who have taken control of their own vessel.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french piracie, from latin piratia, from greek peiratia, from peiratēs "pirate".

Examples:

1. The company is taking legal action against the manufacturers of the counterfeit goods for copyright piracy.
2. Piracy is a major concern for shipping companies in the Gulf of Aden.
3. The pirates boarded the ship and demanded the crew to hand over all valuable items.
4. Piracy of software and movies is a serious problem for the entertainment industry.
5. The government had to take steps to prevent piracy in the area.