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Words Borrowed from Swiss German

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Swiss German is an Indo-European language spoken in Switzerland.

Word Meaning Notes
bivouac night guard Temporary encampment without tents.
muesli little pap Chopped cereal, nuts, honey and fruit. Used in UK. The USA word is "grenola".

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