battle cry

noun

1. a cry or shout of troops in battle.

2. the phrase or slogan used in any contest or campaign.

battle cry

noun

1. a shout uttered by soldiers going into battle

2. a slogan used to rally the supporters of a campaign, movement, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of battle cry¹

First recorded in 1805–15

Example Sentences

The first line of “Hard Headed Woman,” the new record from Margo Price, begins with a battle cry.

From Salon

“Splitsville” lands at a moment when every comedy released to theaters feels like a battle cry, an attempt to defend audiences’ rights to have a good time at the movies.

From Los Angeles Times

The need to re-engage Britain on the compensation was the battle cry of many of the war veterans who led the farm invasions.

From BBC

About a year ago, “We won’t go back” became a battle cry, and look how that turned out.

From Salon

Overhauling “forest management,” especially in California, is a frequent battle cry for Trump and his allies.

From Los Angeles Times