Definition of motto
mottoes
alsomottos
1 : a sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use “The Crossroads of America” is the motto of the state of Indiana.
2 : a short expression of a guiding principle “Hope for the best and prepare for the worst” is my motto.
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Examples of motto in a Sentence
“Hope for the best and prepare for the worst” is my motto.
The Boy Scout motto is “Be prepared.”
Recent Examples of motto from the Web
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Jenner said Wednesday, including the MAC motto in her social media missive.
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The Coast Guard’s motto is semper paratus, always ready, but in 1941 peace-loving America was minime paratus, very little prepared, even though Europe had been at war for over two years and Japan for more than four.
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Perseverance has been the motto at Walnut Grove this season.
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The motto that Hield lives by is not found on any N.C.A.A. tournament T-shirt.
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That old saying could be the motto of the Iran nuclear negotiations.
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Strong Enough to Care Enough is the motto for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
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And the motto doesn't really seem related to their mission.
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Origin and Etymology of motto
Italian, from Late Latin muttum grunt, from Latin muttire to mutter
First Known Use: 15th century
MOTTO Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of motto for English Language Learners
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: a short sentence or phrase that expresses a rule guiding the behavior of a particular person or group
MOTTO Defined for Kids
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1 : a phrase or word inscribed on something (as a coin or public building) to suggest its use or nature
2 : a short expression of a guiding rule of conduct The Boy Scout motto is “Be prepared.”
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