belgian
belgian Lexical Profile
• adjective
Relating to Belgium, its people, its languages, or its culture.
"The bakery on the corner specializes in authentic Belgian waffles and artisanal chocolates."
• noun
A native, citizen, or inhabitant of Belgium, a country in northwestern Europe.
"Many Belgians are fluent in both Dutch and French, along with English or German."
A horse of a heavy draft breed (Equus caballus) originating in the Brabant region of Belgium, characterized by a compact, muscular build and typically a chestnut or roan coat with a flaxen mane and tail.
"A matched pair of Belgians effortlessly pulled the heavy timber wagon across the muddy field."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'Belgica', naming the Roman province of Gallia Belgica after the Belgae, an ancient confederation of Celtic and Germanic tribes inhabiting northern Gaul.
Usage Trend
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