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war cry definition

war cry

  1. a name, phrase, slogan, etc. shouted in a charge or battle
  2. a phrase or slogan adopted by a party in any conflict, contest, election, etc.

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war cry Synonyms

war cry

n.

slogan, rallying cry, call to arms, rally, watchword, battle cry, rebel yell, war whoop*; see also cheer 3.


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war cry Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • resounding: As the coach left, a resounding war cry of " You ' Oooorns!
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