watchword
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noun \-ˌwərd\Definition of WATCHWORD
1
: a word or phrase used as a sign of recognition among members of the same society, class, or group
2
a : a word or motto that embodies a principle or guide to action of an individual or group : slogan <“safety” is our watchword> b : a guiding principle <change is the watchword for both parties>
See Examples of WATCHWORD
- The new watchword in his campaign is “It's time for change.”
- <the watchword is changed every day>
First Known Use of WATCHWORD
15th century
Related to WATCHWORD
- Synonyms
- countersign, password, word
Rhymes with WATCHWORD
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