Algebraic

Al·ge·bra·ic

Of or pertaining to algebra; using algebra; according to the laws of algebra; containing an operation of algebra, or deduced from such operation; as, algebraic characters; algebraical writings; algebraic geometry.
progressing by constant multiplicatory factors; -- of a series of numbers. Contrasted to arithmetical.

Algebraic curve: a curve such that the equation which expresses the relation between the coördinates of its points involves only the ordinary operations of algebra; -- opposed to a transcendental curve.