Definitions

1. noun

A state of lawlessness and disorder; a place of violence and crime.

“The city was a hotbed of barbary, with gangs and thieves roaming the streets.”

2. noun

A group of pirates or privateers.

“The crew of the pirate ship was known as a barbary of ruthless sailors.”

3. proper noun

A historical region in North Africa, now part of Algeria and Tunisia.

“The Barbary Coast was a major trading hub in the ancient world.”