1. a pirate, especially one who attacked Spanish ships in the Caribbean during the 17th century
Usage: historical
2. a person who acts in an unscrupulous or adventurous way, especially in business
Usage: informal

1. to act as a pirate or in an unscrupulous manner
Usage: rare

Examples

• The famous buccaneer Henry Morgan raided Spanish settlements in the Caribbean.
• Stories of buccaneers and buried treasure fascinated the children.
• The corporate buccaneer made millions through aggressive takeovers.
• He was known as a financial buccaneer who took enormous risks.
• The museum displayed artifacts from buccaneer ships.
• She accused him of buccaneering his way through the negotiations.