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Blackbeard

blak-beerd

Blackbeard (name) means the nickname of Edward Teach, the notorious English pirate of the early 18th century. Example: “Blackbeard terrorized ships along the Caribbean and American coasts.”

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The nickname of Edward Teach, the notorious English pirate of the early 18th century.
"Blackbeard terrorized ships along the Caribbean and American coasts."
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Etymology

From black and beard, describing his thick dark beard.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Blackbeard” mean?

The word “Blackbeard” means the nickname of Edward Teach, the notorious English pirate of the early 18th century.

How do you pronounce “Blackbeard”?

“Blackbeard” is pronounced blak-beerd (/blæk.bɪɹd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Blackbeard” in a sentence?

Here is “Blackbeard” used in a sentence: “Blackbeard terrorized ships along the Caribbean and American coasts.”

What part of speech is “Blackbeard”?

“Blackbeard” is a name.

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