catchword
NounUS[kach-wurd]/ˈkætʃˌwɝd/2 syllables
Open English WordNet
Noun (2)
- a favorite saying of a group, organization or individualSynonyms: mottosloganshibbolethType of saying, expressionKinds war cry, catchphrase, mantra
- a word printed at the top of the page of a dictionary or other reference book to indicate the first or last item on that pageSynonyms: guide wordguidewordType of word
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Webster's Dictionary (1913)
Catch′word′ noun
1. Among theatrical performers, the last word of the preceding speaker, which reminds one that he is to speak next; cue.
2. Printing 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.
Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), from GCIDE 0.54