Switzer

English

Etymology

From 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.

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈswɪtsɚ/
• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈswaɪtsɚ/

Noun

Switzer (plural Switzers)

1. A native or inhabitant of Switzerland, a Swiss person.
2. A Swiss Guard.

Proper noun

Switzer

1. A surname.

Anagrams

• Wirtzes