algiers
Definition
Proper noun: - The capital and largest city of Algeria: Algiers is the primary city and administrative center of the country of Algeria. - An ancient port on the Mediterranean Sea: Algiers is a historic coastal city located on the Mediterranean coast of North Africa.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The diplomatic meetings were held in Algiers.
- Algiers has a fascinating mix of modern architecture and historic casbahs.
- She flew into Algiers before traveling to the Sahara Desert.
Advanced Usage
- "The Algiers of the 1950s": Refers to the city during a specific, often historically significant, time period.
- His novel captures the atmosphere of the Algiers of the 1950s.
Variants and Related Words
- Algerian (adj): Of or relating to Algeria or its capital, Algiers.
- The Algerian government is based in Algiers.
- Algérois (adj): Of or relating to the city of Algiers.
- The Algérois cuisine features fresh seafood.
Synonyms
- Capital of Algeria: The official designation of the city.
- El Djazaïr: The Arabic name for Algiers.
Noun
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an ancient port on the Mediterranean; the capital and largest city of Algeria
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