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A xebec, also spelled zebec, was a Mediterranean sailing ship that was used mostly for trading.

  • 1.Xebecs were similar to galleys used by Algerian corsairs and Barbary pirates having both lateen sails and oars for propulsion.
  • A xebec, also spelled zebec, was a Mediterranean sailing ship that was used mostly for trading.

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