Switzer
English
editEtymology
editFrom early New High German Schwytzer (modern High German Schweizer) "a Swiss person", especially "a Swiss soldier or mercenary", a designation adopted in the 16th century, ultimately from the toponym Swīz "Schwyz". More at Swiss.
Noun
editSwitzer (plural Switzers)
- A native or inhabitant of Switzerland, a Swiss person.
- A Swiss Guard.
Proper noun
editSwitzer
- A surname.