adj. Of or relating to Switzerland or its people or culture. n. 1. pl. Swiss a. A native or inhabitant of Switzerland. b. A person of Swiss ancestry. 2. also swiss A crisp, sheer cotton fabric used for curtains or light garments. 3. See Swiss cheese. [French Suisse, from Middle High German Swīzer, from Swīz, Switzerland.] |
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