See Also: watchword(dictionary)
watchword(dictionary)

watchword (iou)



watchword noun. LME.
[from WATCH noun + WORD noun.]
Military. A word or short phrase used as a password. LME-M17.
b. The call of a sentinel on his rounds. E17-L18.
A cautionary word or speech. Also, a premonitory sign, a warning event. L15-M18.
A preconcerted signal to begin an attack etc. M16-M19.
a. A password used among the members of a sect, society, etc. arch. M16.
b. A word or phrase used as embodying the guiding principle or rule of action of a party or individual. M18.