Associations to the word «Watchword»

Wiktionary

WATCHWORD, noun. A prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard; a password or signal by which friends can be known from enemies
WATCHWORD, noun. A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle or rule of action; a maxim, byword
WATCHWORD, noun. A rallying cry

Dictionary definition

WATCHWORD, noun. A slogan used to rally support for a cause; "a cry to arms"; "our watchword will be `democracy'".
WATCHWORD, noun. A secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group; "he forgot the password".

Wise words

A word is not a crystal, transparent and unchanged; it is the skin of a living thought and may vary greatly in color and content according to the circumstances and time in which it is used.
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.