WATCHWORD


Meaning of WATCHWORD in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ -ˌwərd ]

noun

Date: 15th century

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

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.