\ ˈswis 
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\Definition of Swiss
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 plural Swiss
a : a native or inhabitant of Switzerland
b : one that is of Swiss descent
2 often not capitalized : any of various fine sheer fabrics of cotton originally made in Switzerland especially : dotted swiss
3 : swiss cheese
Swiss
adjectiveDefinition of Swiss (Entry 2 of 2)
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Switzerland or the Swiss
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Swiss
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of Swiss
: of or relating to Switzerland or its people
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Swiss
noun\ ˈswis \
\ plural Swiss
Kids Definition of Swiss
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a person born or living in Switzerland
Swiss
adjectiveKids Definition of Swiss (Entry 2 of 2)
: of or relating to Switzerland or the Swiss
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The first known use of Swiss was in 1515
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