watchword

Meanings

• Noun

  A word or phrase that is used as a signal or warning.

  - "The watchword for the mission was 'strike at dawn'."
  - "The watchword for the secret society was 'the eye sees all'."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈwɒt͡ʃwɜː(ɹ)d/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈwɒt͡ʃwɜː(ɹ)d/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

byword , catchword , mantra , maxim , motto , passphrase , password , underword

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with watchword
ord , heard , herd , bird , nird

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Variants

List of all variants of watchword that leads to same result
watchword , watchwords

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally from Old French 'watch' (to guard) and 'word' (message).

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Trivia

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1. The word 'watchword' is also used figuratively to refer to a topic of concern or interest.

2. In Shakespeare's 'Henry IV, Part 1', the character Hotspur uses the watchword 'Harlequin' to identify his men.

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Related Concepts

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1. Password: A secret word or phrase used for authentication.

2. Slogan: A memorable phrase or slogan used for advertising or promotion.

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Culture

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In military context, a watchword is a password or a phrase that is used to identify friend from foe. In a more general sense, it can be used as a rallying cry or a slogan.

How to Memorize "watchword"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a sentinel standing guard, repeating the watchword to warn his comrades of any danger.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the image of a guarded fortress or a secret society.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym WATCHWORD to remember the definition: 'Word used as a signal or warning'.

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