Switzerland

[swit-ser-luhnd]

noun

1. a republic in central Europe. 15,944 sq. mi. (41,294 sq. km). Bern.

Switzerland

/ ˈswɪtsələnd /

noun

1. Latin name: Helvetia. German name: Schweiz. Italian name: Svizzera. French name: Suisse. a federal republic in W central Europe: the cantons of Schwyz, Uri, and Unterwalden formed a defensive league against the Hapsburgs in 1291, later joined by other cantons; gained independence in 1499; adopted a policy of permanent neutrality from 1516; a leading centre of the Reformation in the 16th century. It lies in the Jura Mountains and the Alps, with a plateau between the two ranges. Official languages: German, French, and Italian; Romansch minority. Religion: mostly Protestant and Roman Catholic. Currency: Swiss franc. Capital: Bern. Pop: 7 996 026 (2013 est). Area: 41 288 sq km (15 941 sq miles)

Switzerland

1. Republic in central Europe, bordered by France to the west, Germany to the north, Liechtenstein and Austria to the east, and Italy to the east and south. Its capital is Bern, and its largest city is Zurich.

It is famous for its watchmaking industry and its milk chocolate.

Known for its strict neutrality, Switzerland maintained armed neutrality in both World War I and World War II.

Swiss banks allow depositors to be identified by a number known only to the depositor and a few bank officials; private fortunes can therefore be kept secret.

Example Sentences

There is also the possibility of a further appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Switzerland after that.

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"If he refuses to act," the letter adds, Sir Keir must call for next week's summit to be relocated to the UN's offices in Geneva, Switzerland, so that the Palestinian officials can attend.

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Lucy went to a friend's wedding in Switzerland last year which she says cost her about £700.

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Summer signing Benjamin Sesko played all 180 minutes of Slovenia's two World Cup qualifying matches - a draw against Sweden and a loss to Switzerland - registering one shot on target across the two matches.

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In countries like Germany, Switzerland and the United States, there are organised and active bodies.

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