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Old 05-08-2012, 02:58 AM  
DamianJ
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Yes its simple.

But why is it so important to you to prove the definition ?
It's not really all that important. But when people misuse legal terms, it's important to explain why they are wrong.

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Why will you argue tooth and nail that piracy is not theft ?
Because it isn't theft. It's copyright infringement.

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(whilst grudgingly admitting that it is wrong and it is actually some other type of undefined crime.)
Nothing grudging about it. It is wrong. And it is a clearly defined crime called copyright infringement. Sorry you find this so hard.

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Why so fucking pedantic about the description ?

Because it is a legal term.

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I dont actually agree with your definition, but it really is not the important issue here.

Fortunately the dictionary does agree with my definition, as does every legal body in the world.

But you try and change the definition single handedly if it helps you feel better.
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