Helvetian

1 of 2

adjective

Hel·ve·tian -shən

: of or relating to the Helvetii or Helvetia ( Switzerland) : swiss

Helvetian

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noun

plural -s

: a native or inhabitant of Switzerland : swiss

specifically : a member of the ancient Helvetii

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Adjective

New Latin Helvetia land of the Helvetii, Switzerland (from Latin Helvetii, ancient people of Switzerland + -ia -y) + English -an

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“Helvetia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Helvetia. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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Geographical Definition

Helvetia

geographical name

see switzerland

Helvetian

hel-ˈvē-shən

adjective or noun

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