Algerine

[ al-juh-reen ]

adjective

1. Algerian.

noun

1. Algerian.
2. algerine,
   1. a pirate.
   2. algerienne.

algerine

¹

/ ˌældʒəˈriːn /

noun

1. a soft striped woollen cloth

Algerine

²

/ ˌældʒəˈriːn /

adjective

1. of or relating to Algeria or its inhabitants

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Algeria

Word History and Origins

Origin of Algerine¹

First recorded in 1650–60; Alger(ia) + -ine ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of Algerine¹

C19: from French, from algérien Algerian: because the cloth was originally made in Algeria

Example Sentences

According to historian James Hardiman, Joyce’s ship was intercepted by Algerine corsairs shortly after setting sail from Galway in 1675.

From National Geographic

Parks said that Ellington’s aunt, Algerine Jennings, had called the prison on 30 September to inquire about her niece’s welfare after receiving her letter.

From The Guardian

Only six Acts were passed during the session, and those of no permanent significance except, perhaps, an equally elaborate and Algerine Customs Act.

From Project Gutenberg

The session was also notable by reason of the passage of the Defamation Act, introduced by Sir S. W. Griffith as a private member, by which journalists were relieved of the Algerine law under which their profession had previously been carried on.

From Project Gutenberg

If this be the Algerine," he said, "her speed will enable her to make off when she finds out who we are.

From Project Gutenberg