belgian
/'beldʤn/
Definition
Adjective:
- Of or relating to Belgium: Describes anything originating from, associated with, or characteristic of the country of Belgium.
- Of or relating to the Belgian people: Describes anything pertaining to the citizens or culture of Belgium.
Noun:
- A native or inhabitant of Belgium: A person who was born in or is a citizen of the Kingdom of Belgium.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- The Belgian government announced new policies. (The government originating from Belgium announced new policies.)
- She loves Belgian chocolate. (She loves chocolate that is characteristic of or from Belgium.)
- Noun:
- He is a Belgian who works in international trade. (He is a native/inhabitant of Belgium who works in international trade.)
- The Belgians are known for their linguistic diversity. (The people from Belgium are known for their linguistic diversity.)
Advanced Usage
- "The Belgian": Can be used as a nominal adjective to refer to a Belgian person collectively or in a specific context.
- The Belgian won the cycling race. (The person from Belgium won the cycling race.)
- Used in formal or official contexts to denote nationality or origin.
- Belgian exports include machinery and chemicals. (Exports from Belgium include machinery and chemicals.)
Variants and Related Words
- Belgium (n): The country in Western Europe. (e.g., )
- Belgian French (n): The variety of French spoken in Belgium.
- Belgian Dutch/Flemish (n): The variety of Dutch spoken in the northern region of Belgium.
Synonyms
- (Adjective) None that are exact; "from Belgium" is a descriptive synonym.
- (Noun) None that are exact; "a person from Belgium" is a descriptive synonym.
Related Phrases
- Belgian waffle: A specific style of waffle originating from Belgium.
- Belgian Malinois: A breed of shepherd dog originating from Belgium.
- Belgian franc: The former currency of Belgium (replaced by the Euro).
Adjective
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of or relating to or characteristic of Belgium or the Belgian people
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the Belgian Queen
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Noun
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a native or inhabitant of Belgium
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