Piracy is a term used to describe a wide range of illegal activities, including SMUGGLING, TRAFFICKING, CONTRABAND, THEFT, and POACHING. SMUGGLING involves the illegal transportation of goods across borders, while TRAFFICKING is the illegal trade of goods or services. CONTRABAND is any goods that are prohibited from being imported or exported. THEFT is the act of taking something without permission or legal right. Finally, POACHING is the illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals. All of these activities are considered forms of piracy.