catchword Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a favorite saying of a sect or political group
motto; slogan; shibboleth.
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noun 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 page
guideword; guide word.
WordNet
Catch"word` noun
Definitions
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Among theatrical performers, the last word of the preceding speaker, which reminds one that he is to speak next; cue. -
(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. -
A word or phrase caught up and repeated for effect; as, the catchword of a political party, etc.