picaroon
Americannoun
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a rogue, vagabond, thief, or brigand.
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a pirate or corsair.
verb (used without object)
noun
Etymology
Origin of picaroon
1615–25; < Spanish picarón, augmentative of pícaro picaro
Example Sentences
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Nares quotes several instances of "picaro" and "picaroon" from our early writers.
From A Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 2 by Bullen, A. H. (Arthur Henry)
Oh, don't pause, sister!" squeaked terrified Julie, "here's where that picaroon in the black mask was wont to hide.
From The ghosts of their ancestors by Mills, Weymer Jay
Nothing but the great need for secrecy had prevented more extended inland hospitalities to the brave Americanos who had destroyed the picaroon.
From The Noank's Log A Privateer of the Revolution by Stoddard, W. O.
"Hurrah!" arose in a general roar from the crew of the Noank, more than one voice adding, vociferously, the desire that was felt to smash the picaroon.
From The Noank's Log A Privateer of the Revolution by Stoddard, W. O.
He, the picaroon, companion of rogues and small marauders, had seen many and diverse love affairs.
From Treasure and Trouble Therewith A Tale of California by Bonner, Geraldine
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