adjective
- of or relating to a canton, especially one of the states that make up Switzerland
Usage: commonly used in Swiss political and administrative contexts
Examples
- The cantonal government in Zurich passed new education reforms.
- Each cantonal parliament has the power to make local laws.
- Switzerland's cantonal system allows regions significant autonomy.
- The cantonal elections will be held next spring.
- Cantonal authorities manage healthcare and education in their districts.