Algerine

[ al-juh-reen ]

adjective

1. Algerian.

noun

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

Algerine

¹

/ ˌældʒəˈriːn /

adjective

1. of or relating to Algeria or its inhabitants

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Algeria

algerine

²

/ ˌældʒəˈriːn /

noun

1. a soft striped woollen cloth

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C19: from French, from algérien Algerian: because the cloth was originally made in Algeria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

Desperate engagement between an Algerine cruiser of 18 guns, well manned, and a Corsican frigate of 26 nine and twelve pounders.

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An Italian named Pelegini, was, in 1712, captain-general of the Algerine galleys.

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We had only just entered the Mediterranean when one of those dreadful Algerine pirates took our vessel and made slaves of us all.

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The fleet of seven Algerine ships sailed close to the single American frigate in line of battle.

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The crews looked across the bulwarks at each other, but not a word was said until the last Algerine ship was opposite.

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