The term 'PIRATIC QUAFF' is a combination of two words, 'piratic' and 'QUAFF'. The term 'piratic' refers to the behavior of pirates, which is often characterized by plundering and pillaging. The term 'QUAFF' is an archaic verb meaning to drink deeply or to consume large amounts of alcohol. Therefore, the crossword solution for the term PIRATIC QUAFF is GROG, which is an alcoholic beverage made from rum, water, and sometimes other ingredients such as lime juice or spices.