In a video to mark the occasion, an N.Y.U. associate professor talked about the origins of pirate lingo. By James Barron Good morning. It’s Thursday. We’ll find out how New York University is taking ...

You probably know "arr" and "matey," but do you speak fluent pirate? If not, this beginners' guide to pirate slang, with definitions from pirateglossary.com, is just what you need to prepare yourself ...

‘‘Talk Like a Pirate Day’’ isn’t until September, but it’s never too early to practice. Aye: Yes Booty: Stolen treasure Bounty: A ship’s freight Crow’s-nest: The lookout on the top of a ship’s mast ...