Algerian

[al-jeer-ee-uhn]

adjective

1. of or relating to Algeria or its inhabitants.

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Algeria.

Algerian

/ ælˈdʒɪərɪən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Algeria or its inhabitants

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Algeria

Other Word Forms

• anti-Algerian adjective
• pro-Algerian adjective
• trans-Algerian adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of Algerian¹

First recorded in 1870–75; Algeri(a) + -an

Example Sentences

But those glimpses proved very fleeting, as injuries restricted the 23-year-old Algerian to just six appearances and one goal.

From BBC

Supporters of Sansal say he is in effect a hostage, and is being used by the Algerian government to put pressure on Paris.

From BBC

The Benamars are Algerians, “descended from superior Muslims and Christians both, and a rabbi,” their father, M., tells them.

From Los Angeles Times

The UN's chief diplomat assigned to Sudan, former Algerian Prime Minister Ramtane Lamamra, formulated a peace plan that was premised on the assumption that the army would achieve a military victory.

From BBC

The group of ex-army personnel were angered at de Gaulle's decision to give independence to Algeria after many of their comrades had died fighting Algerian nationalists.

From BBC