noun
- people from Algeria; Algerians
- Barbary pirates or corsairs from Algiers
Usage: archaic
Usage: historical
Examples
- The Algerines controlled much of the Mediterranean trade routes in the 16th century.
- European merchants feared attacks by the Algerines during their voyages.
- The treaty aimed to end hostilities between American ships and the Algerines.
- Many Algerines served as skilled sailors in the Ottoman fleet.
- The port city was frequently raided by Algerines seeking captives and treasure.