Definition of watchword

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Watchword (n.) A sentiment or motto; esp., one used as a rallying cry or a signal for action..

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Signal :: Signal (n.) A sign made for the purpose of giving notice to a person of some occurence, command, or danger; also, a sign, event, or watchword, which has been agreed upon as the occasion of concerted action..
Consigne :: Consigne (n.) A countersign; a watchword.
Nayword :: Nayword (n.) A byword; a proverb; also, a watchword..
Shibboleth :: Shibboleth (n.) Hence, the criterion, test, or watchword of a party; a party cry or pet phrase..
Countersign :: Countersign (a.) A private signal, word, or phrase, which must be given in order to pass a sentry; a watchword..
Parole :: Parole (n.) A watchword given only to officers of guards; -- distinguished from countersign, which is given to all guards..
Watchword :: Watchword (n.) A word given to sentinels, and to such as have occasion to visit the guards, used as a signal by which a friend is known from an enemy, or a person who has a right to pass the watch from one who has not; a countersign; a password..
Password :: Password (n.) A word to be given before a person is allowed to pass; a watchword; a countersign.
Watchword :: Watchword (n.) A sentiment or motto; esp., one used as a rallying cry or a signal for action..
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