battle cry

battle cry

noun
1.
a cry or shout of troops in battle.
2.
the phrase or slogan used in any contest or campaign.

Origin:
1805–15
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battle cry
 
n
1.  a shout uttered by soldiers going into battle
2.  a slogan used to rally the supporters of a campaign, movement, etc

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