Flemish

[ flem-ish ]

adjective

1. of or relating to Flanders, its people, or their language.
2. pertaining to or designating the style of art, especially painting, as developed principally in Flanders and northern France during the 15th century, chiefly characterized by sharply delineated forms, naturalistic proportions, clear, usually cool colors, and the use of perspective.

noun

1. the people of Flanders collectively; the Flemings.
2. the Dutch language as spoken in northern Belgium: one of the official languages of Belgium. : Flem., Flem

Flemish

/ ˈflɛmɪʃ /

noun

1. one of the two official languages of Belgium, almost identical in form with Dutch
2. the Flemish
   functioning as plural the Flemings collectively

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Flanders, the Flemings, or their language

Other Words From

• non-Flemish adjective noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Flemish¹

1275–1325; Middle English < Middle Dutch Vlaemsch, equivalent to Vlaem- ( Fleming ) + -sch -ish ¹

Example Sentences

Two Flemish nationalist parties are poised to gather the largest shares of votes in Flanders, with the far-right Vlaams Belang, which backs independence for Flanders, is expected to win more than 25% of the vote.

From Seattle Times

Interestingly, she said the rabbit’s size is not uncommon for its breed, a Flemish giant, which are some of the largest rabbits in the world and are often kept as pets.

From Los Angeles Times

“They are looking for another party that brings a credible story. And that is us,” said Klaas Slootmans, parliamentarian for the Flemish Interest.

From Seattle Times

To be able to govern and choose a prime minister, Flemish and French-speaking parties will have to form a coalition at the federal level.

From BBC

“They look at the future and the future looks grim,” said Tom Vandendriessche of the far-right Flemish Interest party, which is part of the Identity and Democracy Group.

From Seattle Times