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Which of these nouns is a privately owned ship with weapons?

privateer
siege
mercenary

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Answer:

Privateer

Step-by-step explanation:

Privateer: an armed ship owned and operated by a private owner holding a government commission

Siege: a military operation in which enemy forces surround a town, building, or city, cutting of resources.

Mercenary: a 'solider' who provides weaponary or military services for a high price.

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Siege is the correct answer
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