1. a monetary unit of Belgium, equal to 100 centimes, used before the adoption of the euro in 2002
Usage: historical; also called Belgian franc
2. a native or inhabitant of Belgium
Usage: less common than Belgian

Examples

• Before 2002, tourists exchanged their money for belgas when visiting Belgium.
• The old belga coins are now collector's items.
• My grandmother kept a few belgas in a drawer after the euro was introduced.
• The exchange rate between the belga and other currencies fluctuated over the years.