Definitions for: Catchword


[n] a favorite saying of a sect or political group



Webster (1913) Definition: Catch"word`, n.
1. Among theatrical performers, the last word of the
preceding speaker, which reminds one that he is to speak
next; cue.

2. (Print.) The first word of any page of a book after the
first, inserted at the right hand bottom corner of the
preceding page for the assistance of the reader. It is
seldom used in modern printing.

3. A word or phrase caught up and repeated for effect; as,
the catchword of a political party, etc.

Synonyms: motto, shibboleth, slogan

See Also: battle cry, catch phrase, catchphrase, cry, expression, locution, rallying cry, saying, war cry

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