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Swiss

Syllabification: (Swiss)
Pronunciation: /swis/

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Definition of Swiss

adjective

  • of or relating to Switzerland or its people.
  • (as plural noun the Swiss) the people of Switzerland.

noun (plural same)

  • a native or inhabitant of Switzerland, or a person of Swiss descent.

Origin:

early 16th century: from French Suisse, from Middle High German Swīz 'Switzerland'

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