What do pirates and buccaneers have in common?

Pirates and buccaneers both engaged in acts of maritime robbery, targeting ships and coastal settlements for loot. They operated primarily during the Golden Age of Piracy in the 17th and 18th centuries. While "pirate" is a broad term for anyone who engages in piracy, "buccaneers" refers specifically to a group of Caribbean pirates, often associated with privateering and operating under a letter of marque from colonial powers. Both shared a similar lifestyle of adventure, lawlessness, and rebellion against established authorities.