Swiss

(swis)

adjective

of Switzerland or its people or culture

Origin: Fr Suisse < MHG Swiz

noun

See Swiss in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Of or relating to Switzerland or its people or culture.

noun

pl. swiss Swiss
a. A native or inhabitant of Switzerland.
b. A person of Swiss descent.
also swiss A crisp, sheer cotton fabric used for curtains or light garments.
A firm white or pale yellow cheese with a nutlike flavor and many holes, originally produced in Switzerland.

Origin:

Origin: French Suisse

Origin: , from Middle High German Swīzer

Origin: , from Swīz, Switzerland

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