Algerine

American  

[al-juh-reen] / ˌæl dʒəˈrin /

adjective

1. Algerian.

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noun

1. Algerian.

2. algerine,

   1. a pirate.

   2. algerienne.

Algerine ¹ British  

/ ˌældʒəˈriːn /

adjective

1. of or relating to Algeria or its inhabitants

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Algeria

algerine ² British  

/ ˌældʒəˈriːn /

noun

1. a soft striped woollen cloth

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Etymology

Origin of Algerine

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

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

The Gannet first sailed through the Straits of Gibraltar to the Mediterranean Sea, for the purpose of keeping an eye on the Algerine rovers, who had again begun, in spite of the sharp lesson taught them by Admiral Blake, to molest peaceful traders.

From Project Gutenberg