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watchword in German

watchword in German is Motto, Parole, Schlagwort — watchword means a word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.

watchword in German

Motto
noun
A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.
Parole
noun
A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.
Schlagwort
noun
A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.
Parole
noun
(military, security) A prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard; a password or signal by which friends can be known from enemies.
Kennwort
noun
(military, security) A prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard; a password or signal by which friends can be known from enemies.
Losung
noun
(military, security) A prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard; a password or signal by which friends can be known from enemies.

What does "watchword" mean?

  1. noun A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.
  2. 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.
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What is "watchword" in German?

"watchword" in German is Motto, Parole, Schlagwort. watchword means: A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.

Are there other ways to say "watchword" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "watchword": Motto, Parole, Schlagwort, Kennwort, Losung.

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