switzerland/ˈswɪtsələnd/EtymologyCompound of Switzer + -land, adopted in the 16th century from Early Modern German Schwytzerland (“land of the Swiss”). Noun sense refers to the state’s political neutrality in both World Wars.switzerland means A country in Western Europe and Central Europe. Official name: Swiss Confederation. Capital: Bern (de facto). Lexicurio rates it Distinctive — a strength score of 67 out of 100.nameA country in Western Europe and Central Europe. Official name: Swiss Confederation. Capital: Bern (de facto).“Much of Switzerland is located in the Alps.”nounA neutral party in a dispute; one who does not take sides.“I’m not getting involved in this argument. I’m Switzerland.”